Ford Mustang recalled over injury risk

Recall date

February 9, 2019

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Ford Motor Company recalls 1965–1969 Ford Mustang, Right Spindle

Recall number

19E011000

Brand / firm

Ford, Drake Automotive

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 598 units

Why it was recalled

Spindle failure can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Drake Automotive Group, LLC (Drake) is recalling certain Scott Drake left and right wheel spindles, part numbers C5ZZ-3106-L, C5ZZ-3105-R, C70Z-3106-L, C70Z-3105-R sold for use on 1965-1966 Ford Mustang V8s and 1967-1969 Ford Mustangs (all vehicles with drums). The spindle may fail resulting in the wheel and tire detaching from the vehicle's steering system.

What to do

Drake Automotive Group, LLC will notify owners and will replace all of the recalled units, free of charge. The recall began March 17, 2019. Owners may contact Drake automotive at 1-800-999-0289.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.