The problem
Vehicle description: Mini vans. One or more of the five bolts that mount the rack and pinion steering gear to the vehicle May have been incorrectly tightened.
The risk
There could be a looseness in the steering, which May be accompanied by noise or vibration.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the vehicles and, if the bolts are missing, will replace the steering gear mounting bolts. All bolts will be tightened to the specified torque. Owner notification began November 28, 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.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 00V292001 (00V292001) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 00S33 |
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Component | Steering › Rack and pinion |
| Report date | October 10, 2000 |
| Owners notified | November 28, 2000 |
| Vehicles affected | 67,200 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the steering
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 00V292001 repair free?
Yes. Mercury dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will inspect the vehicles and, if the bolts are missing, will replace the steering gear mounting bolts. All bolts will be tightened to the specified torque. Owner notification began November 28, 2000.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 67,200 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.