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Campaign 03V457000

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ID: #03V457000 MFR: FORD MOTOR COMPANY

What This Recall Means

Component

STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS

What Happened
Your minivan's power steering system may have a problem with the low-pressure hose not being fully connected to the steering gear.
Risk if Unfixed
If the hose comes loose, it could leak fluid onto the hot exhaust system, causing smoke or even a fire.

How to Get This Fixed

Free Fix
We'll take a look at the hose and make sure it's properly connected at the steering gear. This service is free, and you can contact Ford at 1-800-392-3673 to schedule an appointment.

Affected Vehicles

2004 FORD Freestar

Is YOUR vehicle affected?

This page lists the models and model years named in NHTSA campaign #03V457000. Matching a model and year on this list does not prove an individual vehicle is affected — some vehicles in an affected model year are never part of the recall population. The authoritative way to know is a VIN check against NHTSA's own records.

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