Recall number R/2007/177

Recall reference

R/2007/177

Recall Type

Car

Recall Date

2008-04-01

Reason for concern

AXLE SHAFT MAY DETACH

Reason for recall

Excessive axle shaft end play which can be identified by excessive noise and changes in vehicle handling could possibly if not detected lead to detachment of the axle shaft retaining clip and result in the shaft 'walking out' of the axle.

Remedy

Recall all affected vehicle for the replacement of the axle shaft retaining clip by a modified replacement.

How to check if the vehicle is recalled

Contact the local FORD dealership or manufacturer. You will not need to pay for anything involving the recall.

How the manufacturer will repair

The Recalled vehicles will have the fixing checked and corrected as necessary by and official FORD service.

FORD Reference ID

7C136

Number of affected FORD cars

53766