The problem
The affected vehicles were built with outer tie rod ends with incorrect taper ball studs. The incorrect tapered ball studs can fracture within 50,000 miles.
The risk
A fractured ball stud can result in a noticeable shake or shimmy and could cause the affected wheel to tuck inward or outward, increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the outer tie rod ends and replace the incorrectly tapered ball studs.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 95V-134 (95V134000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Component | Steering › Linkages › Tie rod assembly |
| Report date | July 17, 1995 |
| Owners notified | August 18, 1995 |
| Vehicles affected | 1,300 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the steering
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 95V-134 repair free?
Yes. Ford dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will inspect the outer tie rod ends and replace the incorrectly tapered ball studs.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 1,300 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.