Large Recall NHTSA · 91V026000 Reported February 12, 1991

Structure:bumper assembly:attachments/support bars

Ford Motor Company · Structure · 220,000 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
91V026000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Component
Structure
Vehicles Affected
220,000
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
February 12, 1991

Defect Summary

Rear bumper reinforcement may be subject to fatigue cracking under extended trailer tow service when using a bumper-mounted trailer hitch ball.

Safety Consequence

Under extreme conditions, bumper could separate from thevehicle when using a bumper mounted trailer hitch ball.

Corrective Action

Install two brackets to reinforce the bumper.

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 91V026000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 91V026000

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

What is recall 91V026000?

NHTSA recall 91V026000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on February 12, 1991. It addresses: Structure:bumper assembly:attachments/support bars. The recall affects approximately 220,000 vehicles, with the defect involving the Structure component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 91V026000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). 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.