Safety Recall NHTSA · 94V244000 Reported December 12, 1994

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Ford Motor Company · Steering · 560 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
94V244000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Component
Steering
Vehicles Affected
560
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
December 12, 1994

Defect Summary

The drag link installed can contact the front axle i-beam under certain extreme conditions. This drag link was not intended to be installed on "low profile" vehicles.

Safety Consequence

This can result in loss of steering control.

Corrective Action

Dealers will install the correct drag link on the vehicles.

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 94V244000 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 94V244000

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

What is recall 94V244000?

NHTSA recall 94V244000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on December 12, 1994. It addresses: Steering:linkages:link:drag:connection. The recall affects approximately 560 vehicles, with the defect involving the Steering component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 94V244000 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.