Ford/transaxle
Defect Summary
Vehicle description: electric vehicles. the transaxle may have been manufactured with the park detent spring misaligned. if the spring is misaligned, the park mechanism may not engage when the shift lever is placed in the park position.
Safety Consequence
If the park mechanism does not engage and the vehicle operator has not applied the parking brake, the vehicle could roll free as if in neutral.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the transaxle and any with misaligned park detent springs will be replaced.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Ford Motor Company or involving Power Train.
FAQ: Recall 99V204000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 99V204000?
NHTSA recall 99V204000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on July 28, 1999. It addresses: Ford/transaxle. The recall affects approximately 326 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 99V204000 or the manufacturer campaign number 99S20. 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.