The problem
On certain passenger vehicles, the upper and lower control arms May have casting imperfections at the end of each arm that May result in the arm fracturing.
The risk
Under certain circumstances the fracture May affect vehicle handling characteristics, which could result in a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the front and rear upper and lower control arms and fasteners. Beginning December 15, 2004, Ford contacted customers by telephone to advise them of this condition and request that they not operate their vehicles until this service action has been performed. The recall owner notification mailing began on January 14, 2005. Owners should contact Ford at 1-800-392-3673.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 04V-604 (04V604000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 04S26 |
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Component | Suspension › Front › Control arm |
| Report date | December 22, 2004 |
| Owners notified | January 14, 2005 |
| Vehicles affected | 283 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 04V-604 repair free?
Yes. Ford dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the front and rear upper and lower control arms and fasteners. Beginning December 15, 2004, Ford contacted customers by telephone to advise them of this condition and request that they not operate their vehicles until this service action…
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 283 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.