Ford Motor Company | NHTSA Recall #17V530000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 17V530000 by Ford Motor Company. Affecting 2017 explorer, taurus and police interceptor utility and sedan vehicles Includes 253 affected units, Loss of Power Assisted Steering, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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2017 explorer, taurus and police interceptor utility and sedan vehicles

Defect Summary

Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2017 explorer, taurus and police interceptor utility and sedan vehicles. the steering gear heat shield fasteners may corrode, allowing the heat shield to detach.

Corrective Action

Ford will notify owners, and dealers to inspect and replace the heat shield fasteners as needed, free of charge. the recall began on september 13, 2017. owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. ford's number for this recall is 17s23.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 17V530000
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Report Received Date: 2017-08-28T00:00:00
Subject: Loss of power assisted steering
Component: Steering
Potentially Affected Units: 253

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 17S23
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2017 explorer, taurus and police interceptor utility and sedan vehicles. the steering gear heat shield fasteners may corrode, allowing the heat shield to detach.
Consequence Summary: If the heat shield detaches, the steering gear may overheat, increasing the steering effort required by the driver, especially at lower speeds, and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Ford will notify owners, and dealers to inspect and replace the heat shield fasteners as needed, free of charge. the recall began on september 13, 2017. owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. ford's number for this recall is 17s23.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 77.87

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NHTSA ID: 17V530000
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