NHTSA Recall 17V530000
NHTSA Campaign Id 17V530000; Date: Aug. 28, 2017
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.
Recalled Vehicles:
2017 Ford Explorer; 2017 Ford Police Interceptor Sedan; 2017 Ford Police Interceptor Utilit; 2017 Ford Taurus
Component: Steering
Manufactured by: Ford Motor Company
Affected Units:: 253
Recall 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.
How to Fix:
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 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: Sep 13, 2017
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