Ford/air bag sensor assembly
Defect Summary
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. the air bag sensor wiring pigtail insulation can become brittle and crack over time due to accumulation of water in the pigtail protective convolute in combination with high underhood temperatures related to the routing of the wiring pigtail near the radiator. this can result in environmental stress cracking of the insulation.
Safety Consequence
In some cases, the air bag warning light can illuminate and the air bag supplemental restraint system disabled.
Corrective Action
Dealers will install air bag sensors with revised wiring insulation. in addition, vehicles which have the air bag warning light illuminated will have a new air bag diagnostic monitor installed.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Ford Motor Company or involving Air Bags.
FAQ: Recall 99V243000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 99V243000?
NHTSA recall 99V243000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on September 8, 1999. It addresses: Ford/air bag sensor assembly. The recall affects approximately 280,481 vehicles, with the defect involving the Air Bags component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 99V243000 or the manufacturer campaign number 99S23. 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.