NHTSA Recall 16V925000
NHTSA Campaign Id 16V925000; Date: Dec. 22, 2016
An oil leak, in the presence of an ignition source, increases the risk of a fire.
Recalled Vehicles:
2017 Ford Explorer; 2017 Ford Explorer Police Intercept; 2016 Ford Flex; 2017 Ford Flex; 2016 Ford Taurus; 2016 Lincoln MKT; 2017 Lincoln MKT
Component: Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:gasoline:turbo-charger
Manufactured by: Ford Motor Company
Affected Units:: 1,163
Recall Summary:
Ford motor company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2016 Ford taurus, 2016-2017 Ford flex, Lincoln mkt, 2017 Ford explorer and Ford explorer police interceptor utility vehicles equipped with 3. 5l gtdi engines. Improperly brazed turbocharger oil supply tubes may leak oil on engine components.
How to Fix:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and if necessary, replace the turbocharger oil supply tubes, free of charge. The recall began on January 31, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16s46.
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: Jan 31, 2017
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