The problem
Vehicle description: utility vans equipped with the "60/40" hinged side cargo doors. The strikers for the 60/40 door single latch system were found to contain stress cracks at the striker wire lower stake joint. Strikers with stress cracks May not meet the requirements of FMVSS no. 206, "door locks and door retention components."
The risk
In the event of a crash, the door strikers May not hold the door, increasing the risk of personal injury or property damage.
The fix
Dealers will replace the door striker.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 99V-046 (99V046000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 99S04 |
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Component | Latches/locks/linkages › Doors › Latch |
| Report date | March 15, 1999 |
| Owners notified | April 7, 1999 |
| Vehicles affected | 2,893 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 99V-046 repair free?
Yes. Ford dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the door striker.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 2,893 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.