Recall 00V-115: 1999–2000 Ford E-350, 1999–2000 Ford Econoline

FORD MOTOR COMPANY recall for wheels, reported to NHTSA on Apr 19, 2000, covering about 3,300 vehicles.

NHTSA number
00V-115
Report date
Apr 19, 2000
Vehicles affected
3,300
Owners notified
May 15, 2000

The problem

Vehicle description: cutaways and stripped chassis with single rear wheels. The lug nuts can potentially bottom out on a shoulder on the studs.

The risk

If this occurs, there can be an inadequate clamp load to attach the wheel to the axle, resulting in noise, damage to the wheel and hub, or in extreme cases, loss of a rear wheel while the vehicle is being driven.

The fix

Dealers will replace the rear wheel attaching studs.

Notes

Owner notification began may 15, 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

ManufacturerFORD MOTOR COMPANY
ComponentWheels › Lugs/Nuts/Bolts/Studs
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number00V115000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Ford E-3501999, 2000All years
Ford Econoline1999, 2000All 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 00V-115?

Vehicle description: cutaways and stripped chassis with single rear wheels. The lug nuts can potentially bottom out on a shoulder on the studs.

How is recall 00V-115 fixed?

Dealers will replace the rear wheel attaching 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.