NHTSA Recall 07V181000
NHTSA Campaign Id 07V181000; Date: Apr. 25, 2007
This condition could cause "clunking" noise when steering as well as decreased steering effectiveness potentially resulting in a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2007 Ford Explorer; 2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac
Component: Steering
Manufactured by: Ford Motor Company
Affected Units:: 11
Recall 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.
How to Fix:
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 Notes:
Ford recall no. 07s52. Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration?s vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Apr 27, 2007
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