Ford/control arms
Defect Summary
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.
Safety Consequence
Under certain circumstances the fracture may affect vehicle handling characteristics, which could result in a crash.
Corrective Action
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.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Ford Motor Company or involving Suspension.
FAQ: Recall 04V604000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 04V604000?
NHTSA recall 04V604000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on December 22, 2004. It addresses: Ford/control arms. The recall affects approximately 283 vehicles, with the defect involving the Suspension component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 04V604000 or the manufacturer campaign number 04S26. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.