The problem
Vehicle description: minivans and passenger vehicles. A restraint control module (rcm) or a side or front crash sensor May have been assembled with one or more of the screws that mount the circuit board in the housing missing. If some or all of the screws are missing, the performance of the occupant restrains could be affected.
The risk
In some cases, less than the intended level of protection in the event of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the rcm and crash sensors and, if necessary, replace them.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 00V-412 (00V412000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 00S52/53/54 |
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Component | Air bags › Frontal › Sensor/control module-inactive |
| Report date | December 6, 2000 |
| Owners notified | December 21, 2000 |
| Vehicles affected | 16,000 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the air bags
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 00V-412 repair free?
Yes. Ford dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will inspect the rcm and crash sensors and, if necessary, replace them.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 16,000 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.