Engineering Analysis · Closed
FRONT SUSPENSION COIL SPRING FAILURE
Action number
EA97026
Opened
Nov 26, 1997
Closed
May 13, 1998
Outcome
Recall 98V094000
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
This investigation led to a recall
NHTSA links this probe to recall campaign 98V094000.
Campaign 98V094000 predates our recall archive — check NHTSA.gov for details.
What NHTSA is examining
Alleged the front suspension coil springs may fracture, permitting suspension collapse, possible tire puncture and the potential for compromise to vehicle safety
Vehicles under investigation
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation records, updated daily. An investigation is not a determination that a defect exists; many probes close without a recall.