Recall 00V-020: 2000 Ford Windstar
FORD MOTOR COMPANY recall for visibility, reported to NHTSA on Jan 31, 2000, covering about 1,475 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: mini vans. These vehicles may have been built with incorrect urethane, resulting in an adhesive bond rather than the intended molecular bond for the front windshield and rear liftgate glass.
The risk
If the bond deteriorates, it could provide less than the intended level of glass retention in the event of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the windshield and liftgate glass.
Notes
Ford recall no. 00s01.owner notification began march 24, 2000. 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
| Manufacturer | FORD MOTOR COMPANY |
|---|---|
| Component | Visibility › Glass, Side/Rear |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 00V020000 |
Vehicles in this recall
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 00V-020?
Vehicle description: mini vans. These vehicles may have been built with incorrect urethane, resulting in an adhesive bond rather than the intended molecular bond for the front windshield and rear liftgate glass.
How is recall 00V-020 fixed?
Dealers will replace the windshield and liftgate glass.
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.