| NHTSA Recall # | 33400 |
| NHTSA Compaign # | 03V457000 |
| MFG Compaign # | 03S09 |
| Manufacturer | FORD MOTOR COMPANY |
| Supplier | FORD |
| Brand | FORD |
| Model | FREESTAR |
| Model Year | 2004 |
| Component | STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, |
| Date of notification | 10/11/03 |
| Begin date of manufacuring | 24/03/03 |
| End date of manufacturing | 27/10/03 |
| Type of recall | V |
| Recall initiator | MFR |
| Report received | 06/11/03 |
| Report created | 19/11/03 |
| Regulation part number | |
| FMV safety standard number | |
| Estimated number of affected units | 23996 |
| Defect summary | On certain minivans, the power steering low-pressure line may not be fully seated at the rack and pinion steering gear. |
| Consequence summary | 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. |
| Corrective action | 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. |
| Recall 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). |