NHTSA Recall 16V479000
NHTSA Campaign Id 16V479000; Date: Jun. 28, 2016
A fractured pinion shaft could cause a loss of motive power and loss of the transmission park function, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2015 Ford Focus Electric; 2016 Ford Focus Electric
Component: Power Train:driveline:differential Unit
Manufactured by: Ford Motor Company
Affected Units:: 865
Recall Summary:
Ford motor company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Ford focus electric vehicles manufactured August 20, 2015, through April 13, 2016. The transmission's differential pinion gear shaft may overheat and fracture.
How to Fix:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transmission differential assembly, free of charge. The recall began on March 24, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16s28.
Recall Notes:
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: Mar 24, 2017
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