Recall 87V-060: 1987 Ford Escort, 1987 Ford Tempo and 1 more

FORD MOTOR COMPANY recall for wheels, reported to NHTSA on Apr 27, 1987, covering about 350 vehicles.

NHTSA number
87V-060
Report date
Apr 27, 1987
Vehicles affected
350
Owners notified
Apr 10, 1987

The problem

Lug nuts could gall and possibly seize on the wheel studs without providing adequate clamping load on the wheels.

The risk

Wheel studs could fracture creating a risk of a wheelseparating with little forewarning.

The fix

Replace wheel lug nuts and if necessary, replace wheels and wheel studs.

Notes

System: wheel lug nuts.vehicle description: passenger cars equipped with stainless steel decorativelug nuts included with styled steel, polycast, and cast aluminum wheels.

Recall details

ManufacturerFORD MOTOR COMPANY
ComponentWheels › Lugs/Nuts/Bolts/Studs
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number87V060000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Ford Escort1987All years
Ford Tempo1987All years
Mercury Lynx1987All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 87V-060?

Lug nuts could gall and possibly seize on the wheel studs without providing adequate clamping load on the wheels.

How is recall 87V-060 fixed?

Replace wheel lug nuts and if necessary, replace wheels and wheel studs.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.