Recall 00V-395: 1999–2000 Ford Explorer

FORD MOTOR COMPANY recall for power train, reported to NHTSA on Nov 28, 2000, covering about 100,500 vehicles.

NHTSA number
00V-395
Report date
Nov 28, 2000
Vehicles affected
100,500
Owners notified
Jan 23, 2001

The problem

Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles equipped with the 3.27 or 3.55 axle ration. The subject vehicles have a powertrain control module that could allow the vehicle to exceed the design intent top speed. At these extreme speeds, the vehicle could be capable of exceeding the speed rating of the tire.

The risk

Operating the vehicle above the maximum speed rating could lead to a tire failure which at these speeds could result in a crash.

The fix

Dealers will reprogram the powertrain control module.

Notes

Owner notification began january 23, 2001.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
ComponentPower Train › Automatic Transmission › Control Module (Tcm/Pcm/Tecm)
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number00V395000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Ford Explorer1999, 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-395?

Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles equipped with the 3.27 or 3.55 axle ration. The subject vehicles have a powertrain control module that could allow the vehicle to exceed the design intent top speed. At these extreme speeds, the vehicle could be capable of exceeding the speed rating of the tire.

How is recall 00V-395 fixed?

Dealers will reprogram the powertrain control module.

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.