NHTSA Campaign Id 13V232000; Date: May. 31, 2013
This could result in impaired steering, including the loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
2013 Ford Fusion
Component: Steering
Manufactured by: Ford Motor Company
Affected Units:: 20
Ford is recalling certain model year 2013 fusion vehicles manufactured April 19, 2013, through April 23, 2013. The steering gears may be missing an internal retaining clip. If the clip is missing, components inside the steering gear may become dislodged inside the gear assembly.
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering gear, free of charge. The recall began on June 17, 2013. Ford's recall number is 13s06. Owners may contact the Ford customer relationship center at 1-866-436-7332.
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jun 17, 2013
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