Vehicle recall 03V457000 · November 6, 2003
Ford Freestar and Mercury Monterey
On certain minivans, the power steering low-pressure line may not be fully seated at the rack and pinion steering gear.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- On certain minivans, the power steering low-pressure line may not be fully seated at the rack and pinion steering gear.
- Consequence
- If this line becomes disconnected, it may create the potential for fluid to come into contact with the exhaust system, which could result in smoke or fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the power steering low-pressure line to ensure that it is seated properly at the rack and pinion steering gear. Owner notification began November 10, 2003. Owners should contact Ford at 1-800-392-3673.
- Notes
- Ford recall no. 03S09.CUSTOMERS can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 03V457000
- Reported to NHTSA
- November 6, 2003
- Filed by
- FORD MOTOR COMPANY
- Manufacturer campaign
- 03S09
- Owner notification
- November 10, 2003
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 23,996
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Steering › Hydraulic power assist › Hose, piping, and connections
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Ford Freestar (2004): 2004
- Mercury Monterey (2004): 2004
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