The problem
The inner tie rod assemblies were improperly manufactured and can fracture causing shaking or shimmy at low speeds.
The risk
This condition can cause the wheel on the side with the broken tie rod to tuck inward or outward and slide resulting in an increased potential for a vehicle accident.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the inner tie rods and replace the suspect tie rods.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 95V-053 (95V053000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Component | Steering › Linkages › Tie rod assembly |
| Report date | March 15, 1995 |
| Owners notified | March 6, 1995 |
| Vehicles affected | 49,300 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the steering
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 95V-053 repair free?
Yes. Ford dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will inspect the inner tie rods and replace the suspect tie rods.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 49,300 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.