Ford Motor Company | NHTSA Recall #07V181000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 07V181000 by Ford Motor Company. Includes 11 affected units, STEERING GEAR ASSEMBLY, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain sport utility vehicles, the two bolts that attach the steering gear assembly to the frame may have been over-tightened. this condition could result in one or both of the bolts fracturing, causing the steering gear to become loose.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace both the steering gear assembly mounting bolts and nuts free of charge. the recall began on april 27, 2007. owners may contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 07V181000

Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company

Report Received Date: 2007-04-25T00:00:00

Subject: Steering gear assembly

Component: Steering

Potentially Affected Units: 11

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 07S52

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: On certain sport utility vehicles, the two bolts that attach the steering gear assembly to the frame may have been over-tightened. this condition could result in one or both of the bolts fracturing, causing the steering gear to become loose.

Consequence Summary: This condition could cause "clunking" noise when steering as well as decreased steering effectiveness potentially resulting in a crash.

Corrective Action: Dealers will replace both the steering gear assembly mounting bolts and nuts free of charge. the recall began on april 27, 2007. owners may contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-rvt9_ja89-8u86

NHTSA ID: 07V181000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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