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.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 00V-115 (00V115000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 00S08 |
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Component | Wheels › Lugs/nuts/bolts/studs |
| Report date | April 19, 2000 |
| Owners notified | May 15, 2000 |
| Vehicles affected | 3,300 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the wheels & tires
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 00V-115 repair free?
Yes. Ford dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the rear wheel attaching studs.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 3,300 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.