Safety Recall NHTSA · 06V382000 Reported October 5, 2006

Drivetrain intermediate shaft

Ford Motor Company · Power Train · 6,164 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
06V382000
Manufacturer Campaign
06S44
Manufacturer
Component
Power Train
Vehicles Affected
6,164
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
October 5, 2006

Defect Summary

On certain front wheel drive hybrid vehicles, the intermediate shaft may not have been properly heat treated and may fracture while the vehicle is being driven.

Safety Consequence

If a fracture occurs, the powertrain will lose the ability to transmit torque to the drive wheels and the transmission will not hold the vehicle stationary when placed in the park position, which could result in a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect the drivetrain intermediate shaft and replace it if necessary. the recall began on october 23, 2006. owners may contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference recall ID 06V382000 or campaign 06S44.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 06V382000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 06V382000?

NHTSA recall 06V382000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on October 5, 2006. It addresses: Drivetrain intermediate shaft. The recall affects approximately 6,164 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 06V382000 or the manufacturer campaign number 06S44. 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.