Recalls

CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
POWER TRAIN - TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE)
97V204000FORD MOTOR COMPANYfrom 01/31/1992 to 01/20/1997V (Vehicle)7500002/16/1998MFRFORD MOTOR COMPANY11/13/199711/20/1997
Defect SummaryVehicle description: all wheel drive passenger minivans. these vehicles can develop powertrain bending resonance or transfer case output shaft bushing displacement. the powertrain bending resonance or the output shaft bushing displacement can result in structural failure of the transmission and/or transfer case. fluid explusion, driveshaft separation or loss of vehicle drive can result.
Consequence SummaryThis condition can cause a loss of vehicle control, and, if the expelled fluid contacts the exhaust system, a vehicle fire could occur.
Corrective SummaryDealers will install a new transfer case rear output shaft bushing and an aluminum driveshaft will be installed.
NotesOwner notification is expected to begin february 16,1998.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
99V094000FORD MOTOR COMPANYfrom 08/02/1991 to 12/31/1991V (Vehicle)1095106/17/1999ODIFORD MOTOR COMPANY04/28/199904/29/1999
Defect SummaryVehicle description: all wheel drive passenger minivans. (this includes all 1992 awd aerostars not previously included in safety recall 97v-204/97s83). these vehicles can develop powertrain bending resonance or transfer case output shaft bushing displacement. the powertrain bending resonance or the output shaft bushing displacement can result in structural failure of the transmission and/or transfer case. fluid explusion, driveshaft separation or loss of vehicle drive can result.
Consequence SummaryThis condition can cause a loss of vehicle control, and, if the expelled fluid contacts the exhaust system, a vehicle fire could occur.
Corrective SummaryDealers will install a new transfer case rear output shaft bushing and an aluminum driveshaft will be installed.
NotesOwner notification began june 17, 1999. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

Bulletins

BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
9915207/26/1999608431Information on the new flush and fill tool available through rotunda. *tt01/05/2001
001501/10/2000612203Information regarding the new transmission cooler flusher- service tip. *mjs06/06/2000
98308002/26/1998607372Information regarding transfer case rear housing and driveshaft replacement. *tt09/21/1999
9811201/19/1998605573Subject regarding a new service center support that uses a thrust bearing (#3 and #4) in place of thrust washers has been released. *tt07/12/1999
988804/27/1998601238Information on a new transmission fluid usage chart. *yc07/10/1998
9751103/03/199751945Fluid- transmission fluid usage charts. *jd07/17/1997
BC135095090609/01/199545756High altitude transmission available. *tw04/25/1996
95101205/01/199542097Transfer case may leak fluid from the case vent tube. *tw11/01/1995
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - COOLING UNIT AND LINES
0314807/21/200310003748New transmission cooler flusher - service tips. 2003 escort and super duty f series included. *tt10/29/2003
00231011/13/2000616522Subject regarding contamination from prior transmission concerns or excess wear may be trapped in the transmission fluid cooling system. *tt03/05/2001
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - PARK/NEUTRAL START SWITCH
0118109/17/2001625715Brake shift interlock.*jb11/30/2001
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - TORQUE CONVERTER
96261212/16/199650997Transaxle - torque converter replacement guidelines and torque converter/transaxle cooling system cleaning procedures - service tip. *tw06/17/1997
9624911/18/199650908Torque converter - leak test procedure - service tip. *tw06/17/1997
POWER TRAIN - AXLE ASSEMBLY
9823311/23/1998603717Concerns with front drive axle fluid may leak out of the vent under some driving modes on some vehicles. *yc03/03/1999
POWER TRAIN - MANUAL TRANSMISSION
BC067896102510/25/199650356Information on aode/4r7w transmission main control & case replacement. *tt04/24/1997

Investigations

NHTSA IDManufacturerDate openDate closeSubjectRecall campaign
POWER TRAIN
EA99002FORD MOTOR COMPANY01/07/199911/14/2000TRANSFER CASES AND REAR DRIVE SHAFT99V094000
 Powertrain bending resonance and/or transfer case rear drive shaft bushing displacement can cause structural failure of the transmission
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
RQ97015FORD MOTOR COMPANY10/29/199704/01/1999PARKING PAWL91V189000
 When the automatic shift lever is placed in the park position, the parking pawl does not always engage the park gear.this can lead to the vehicle jumping out of gear unintentionally and cause the vehicle to start rolling inadvertently
POWER TRAIN - TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE)
RQ98012FORD MOTOR COMPANY07/31/199801/07/1999TRANSFER CASES AND REAR DRIVESHAFT97V204000
 Powertrain bending resonance or transfer case output shaft busihing displacement, resulting in structural failure of the transmission and/or transfer case driveshaft separation, loss of fluid and fire potential

Consumer Complaints

Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
POWER TRAIN
1
 Consumer denied reimbursement for expenses incurred prior to receiving recall. *ph recall is in regards on power train modification. *la
07/21/200007/01/2000
 Indicator display in dash looks melted. airbag indicator flashing and right turn signal are dificult to see. odometer jumped from 80k to over 130k; there is no metric/english switch.
 The odometer does not show the mileage of vehicle, and the speedometer needle does not move. please provide further details. the dealer is aware of the problem. the problem has not been corrected. *ak
 Digital speedometer/odometer will either fail or fluctuate in mileage 15,000 more. speed was off saying less than traveling. tt
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
1
 Transmission failed. yh
1
 Transmission failed.*et
1
 Transmission failed. yh
3
 Heater does not generate enough heat inside the vehicle due to heater core failure. yh
1
 Transmission failed. yh
07/24/1997401/01/1992
 Consumer experienced multiple transmission leak prior to recall notice99s13. nlm
06/18/19961
 Transmission not moving in any gears. *yc
1
 Transmission failed. mjs
08/29/1998
 During a crash bumper/hood/fender/switch/grill/core support/air conditioner condensor/fan belt/transmission and driver's door were damanged from impact to the driver's side. also seat came off track and mechanic repaired it, as well as the air bag did not deploy. *ak
1
 Transmission failed. yh
3
 Heater does not generate enough heat inside the vehicle due to heater core failure. yh
1
 Transmission failed. yh
 Transmission malfunctioned. there were strange clunks/burned fluid and balky in reverse engagement. *mjs
02/02/1999111/01/1992
 No summary listed for this vehicle. *ak
09/01/19971
 Recall work on the transmission done, however vibration from defect caused oil leaks in the engine compartment prior to work.
01/12/1996
 While driving at 50 mph the transmision started to go out, causing the consumer to lose power. also, when applying the brakes the brakes went straight to the floorboard. vehicle has been into the shop five times for the brakes, and they can't determine the problem. *ak
11/24/1998
 When taking the vehicle into for service the dealer noticed that the oil seal came off, and there is no oil in the vehicle. also, the tranmission has no fuel, and when shifting gears there is a very loud banging noise, and the vehicle be shakes. *ak
06/29/1997208/01/1996
 Transmission failed, replacement failed also.
10/01/1998508/01/1992
 Transmission failed.
08/18/1998101/01/1992
 Design of the power train faulty, driveshaft too heavy and no support for the transfer case, resulting in cracked transfer case. recall kit for power train however vehicle denied due to vin.
07/01/199606/24/1992
 Leaks in engine, transfer case, and automatic transmission caused drivetrain to vibrate. additionally, vehicle's brakes are dangerously inadequate. both front discs and drums are undersized for vehicle, resulting in long stopping distances and excessive disc warping and wearing. the rear anti lock brakes are totally nonfunctional.
03/31/1998
 Driver's power window malfunctioned. in addition, transmission failed/abs light intermittently comes on/master cylinder failed, causing an accident/air conditioning compressor failed/tie rods replaced/tail lights repeated ly replaced/ignition switch failed, causing a fire/repeated engine oil leaks and catalytic converter replaced.
09/03/1997110/15/1991
 Transmission failed.
07/01/1995212/01/1991
 Transmission lost all power while vehicle in motion, particularly in the passing gear.
07/01/1997101/01/1992
 Transmission failure.
06/25/1995106/17/1995
 Transmission slips.
 Vehicle would not move forward in drive.
07/15/19961
 Transmission failure. *ak
01/01/19951
 Shift cable resting on muffler, melting plastic covering, allowing cable to rust. *tw
09/05/1995
 Gear jumped out of park into reverse, shift cable seized. tt
08/14/1995
 The transmission slips in hot weather only. please describe. tt
 The water pump was replace twice the air condition has not in three year the rack pinion ,transmission and the power steering pump . tt
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - COOLING UNIT AND LINES
10/25/20010
 Engine check light is blinking on and off. grey and blue smoke comes out of tail pipe. consumer took vehicleto the dealer, and they stated that transmission oil was leaking onto exhaust, and could cause a fire. please provide any further information.*ak
04/04/1998
 Transmission fluid had burnt black. had no warning while driving resulting in extensive damage to transmission components due tio lack of warning. vehicle had stopped. the clutch was broken, bearings busted. the pilot shaft twisted. torque convertor bushing in housing blew fuel out of seal. vehicle fail to respond. had vehicle towed home.
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)
04/19/1999
 Vehicle was repaired under recall 99v029, concerning ignition switch electrical short. after dealer repaired the recall, airbag warning light intermittently came on . also, gears did not work properly. dealer has been notified. *ak
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - LEVER AND LINKAGE - COLUMN SHIFT
1422971
 The shifting lever in the steering column malfunctioned, which caused the vehicle not to shift. part# 2f0dc-7215 53. *ak this was due to a mechanical failure and may be a manufacturer defect. the problem was the transmission/shift actuating tube. *scc *jb
05/04/2001
 Consumer was contacted regarding a recall 99v094000/ manufacturer's recall 99s13 for transfer case. on may 4th , 2001 consumer called fremont ford, 39700 balentine dr newark, ca phone #510-651-5600, and parts were not available. consumer was still waiting to be informed about parts.*ak
11/20/19990
 Transfer case that was put in by dealer engages up to 70 mph. this could cause car to lose control. *ak
4
 After repair of recall 99v094000 were done, transfer case problems became worse . dealer inspected the vehicle several times, transmission cross member support replaced and rear end bearings and carrier however vehicle still had rough shifting, unable to fix defect. *ak
10/10/19970
 While driving on the road another driver signaled consumer to stop because transmission was leaking. mechanism in the transmission was broken. transfer case was causing the leak, and this could cause a fire. *ak *ml
08/19/1999
 Rec'd recall 99v094000. took vehicle for repairs of transfer case/drive shaft. later, picked vehicle up. was not satisfied with work performed on vehicle. *ak
05/15/1999
 Transfer case grinds on a right hand turns. *ak
06/21/1999
 While driving at 55 mphtransfer case/driveshaft fell off without prior warning. *ak
04/25/199710/23/1991
 Recall 97v204000, the transfer case recall does not apply to this vehicle . vehicle experienced heavy vibration at highway speed, follower by loud/thumping noise. vehicle towed to repair shop. the bushing/bearing assembly had torn away, resulting in fluid loss/transfer case failure. *ak
08/19/1998
 While driving noticed vibration coming from vehicle; repairman informed consumer that transfer case went out, and was told of a recall on transfer case. called manufacturer and was informed that vehicle was not on the recall list. vehicle experiencing same problem as recall #97v- 204. *ak
06/16/19980
 While driving back from skiing consumer's auto completely stopped driving/moving. *ak
08/14/1998
 When traveling at 55 mph rear seal on the transfer case became loose, causing vibration . also noticed the vehicle losing all power. consumer contacted the dealer, dealer noticed recall that ford refused to correct the problem. please provide any further details. *ak
07/19/1998
 While driving the van about 60 mph the transfer case went out. van was towed to the dealership. dealer told consumer that there was a recall on the transfer case, and his vehicle should have been included. recall # 97v20400 ford/transfer case/driveshaft. *ak
10/01/1998310/01/1992
 Left front axle failed. also 4-wheel drive failed twice. *ak
08/11/1998110/01/1997
 Rear bushing came out of the transfer case causing extreme vibration.
06/04/19981
 Consumer experienced problem with transfer case failure. while driving on the highway during approximately 75 mph, with three children in the back seat, transfer case broke in three pieces, causing the tranmission/driveshaft & muffler to drop and puncture a hole in gas tank . dealer notified and refused to repair unless cost goes to the consumer. *ak
05/01/1998306/04/1993
 Transfer case failed/leaked prior to recall, recall repairs refused to to date of make/model (97v-204).
02/13/1998201/01/1992
 Rear seal on the transfer case became loose, causing failure of components within the transfer case.
07/01/1997101/01/1992
 Transmission transfer case failed, causing fluid to foam and overflow.
 (recall no. 97v204000); after the recall had been performed the transfer case started to leak 6 days later. before the recall work was done there wasn't a leak. *ak
05/26/1997110/15/1991
 Transfer case leaks oil, causing drive shaft to seperate and u-joint to fail.
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - PARK/NEUTRAL START SWITCH
06/08/2002
 Vehicle was in park with key out of ignition when a two year old child was able to put vehicle in neutral. vehicle was very dangerous. please provide any further information.*ak
06/08/2002
 Child was able to shift gear out of park. vehicle was not on at that time. dealer contacted. feel free to provide any further information.*ak
09/14/1998107/26/1994
 Vehicle slipped out of park and traveled down a inclined drive where it eventually hit a light pole and came to rest. nlm
06/17/19967
 Key can be removed from ignition switch without ignition being turned off due to lack of an interlock system. *dh
04/15/19965
 Interlock switch failed, allowing key to be withdrawn while engine still running. *dsh
10/13/19953
 Gears shift upon starting vehicle and without applying brakes. *sd
09/05/19955
 While parked with gear in park and engine running, driver got out to open door and gear jumped from park into reverse. *ak
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - TORQUE CONVERTER
09/26/19941
 Replaced noisy torque converter. *ak
POWER TRAIN - AXLE ASSEMBLY
10/01/1998310/01/1992
 Left front axle failed. also 4-wheel drive failed twice. *ak
POWER TRAIN - AXLE ASSEMBLY - AXLE SHAFT
05/05/1999
 While driving about 45 mph front right wheel bearing assembly went out, causing the wheel to lock up. pulled the vehicle to the right onto the shoulder, avoiding a crash. wheel bearing was replaced by a certified mechanic. please provide any further details. *ak
POWER TRAIN - CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
 When trying to cut the vehicle off the key will not turn back to the lock position. the vehicle had to be towed. the transmission modules and the wiring harness were burnt. consumer was told that they vehicle was not part of the recall #97v204000. *ak
POWER TRAIN - DRIVELINE - CONSTANT VELOCITY JOINT
10/04/199707/23/1993
 Air conditioning compressor malfunctioned. in addition, noisy abs brakes/defective front/rear cv joints/premature wear of front brake pads and rotors/electric door locks malfunctioned/lower ball joint noise/ radiator hose failure and premature distributor/cap/rotor wear. *ak
POWER TRAIN - DRIVELINE - DRIVESHAFT
06/21/1999
 While driving at 55 mphtransfer case/driveshaft fell off without prior warning. *ak
POWER TRAIN - MANUAL TRANSMISSION
03/19/2006194000102/20/2006
 Dt*: the contact stated when the vehicle was placed in drive, it failed to move forward. the vehicle currently only operates in reverse. the vehicle was seen by a local mechanic who determined the transmission needed to be replaced. the transmission had gone out previously and was replaced by a local mechanic.
04/26/1999105/01/1992
 I stopped at the end of my drivway to put mail in the mailbox. got back in the car and went to put it in gear and something broke. it would not go in any gear. repair shop thought originally the linkage was broke. but come to find out that the tube assembly broke. they said this only happens on impact. if this had happened while traveling it would have most likely caused a major accident.
POWER TRAIN - TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE)
08/08/19962
 Vehicle experienced failure of the recall component (99v-094) prior to recall notice resulting in damage to other components due to vibration, after recall repair completed vehicle continued to experience continued vibration which damaged additional components. mjs
08/11/19991
 Recall repair (99v-094) was not done due to scheduling differences. *yc
08/08/19962
 Vehicle experienced failure of the recall component (99v-094) prior to recall notice resulting in damage to other components due to vibration, after recall repair completed vehicle continued to experience continued vibration which damaged additional components. mjs
06/25/19992
 Consumer received two different recall notices. repairs can not be done due to no parts (99v029000). however, consumer wants reimbursement for replacement of the transmission which was replaced before receiving the recall notice (97v204000). *yc
08/04/199806/01/1994
 Ford claim vin number is no under recall number 97v204000. transfer case are exactly like the others they have repaired under recall. van manuf. date is 11/3/91 and recall manuf. dat is 1/2/92
07/01/199606/24/1992
 Leaks in engine, transfer case, and automatic transmission caused drivetrain to vibrate. additionally, vehicle's brakes are dangerously inadequate. both front discs and drums are undersized for vehicle, resulting in long stopping distances and excessive disc warping and wearing. the rear anti lock brakes are totally nonfunctional.
306/04/1993
 Drive train problems. dealer rebuild the rear end twice, replace/rebuild the transfer case twice and repaired it several times. this is the second transmission. this condition can cause a loss of vehicle control, and if the expelled fluid contacts the exhaust system, a vehicle fire could occur. second repair/replace the transfer case after its second catastropic failure at highway speed.
12/15/1997
 Vehicle out of scope of recall campaign. transfer case seal failure.
12/15/1997
 Transfer case seal failure.
05/26/1997101/01/1992
 Transfer case failure.

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