Recall 99V-046: 1999 Ford E-150, 1999 Ford E-250 and 2 more

FORD MOTOR COMPANY recall for latches/locks/linkages, reported to NHTSA on Mar 15, 1999, covering about 2,893 vehicles.

NHTSA number
99V-046
Report date
Mar 15, 1999
Vehicles affected
2,893
Owners notified
Apr 7, 1999

The problem

Vehicle description: utility vans equipped with the "60/40" hinged side cargo doors. The strikers for the 60/40 door single latch system were found to contain stress cracks at the striker wire lower stake joint. Strikers with stress cracks may not meet the requirements of FMVSS no. 206, "door locks and door retention components."

The risk

In the event of a crash, the door strikers may not hold the door, increasing the risk of personal injury or property damage.

The fix

Dealers will replace the door striker.

Notes

Owner notification began april 7, 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).

Recall details

ManufacturerFORD MOTOR COMPANY
ComponentLatches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Latch
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number99V046000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Ford E-1501999All years
Ford E-2501999All years
Ford E-3501999All years
Ford Econoline1999All 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 99V-046?

Vehicle description: utility vans equipped with the "60/40" hinged side cargo doors. The strikers for the 60/40 door single latch system were found to contain stress cracks at the striker wire lower stake joint. Strikers with stress cracks may not meet the requirements of FMVSS no. 206, "door locks and door retention components."

How is recall 99V-046 fixed?

Dealers will replace the door striker.

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.