8 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER
Posted on: 2017-07-07
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2017 lincoln mkz and ford edge and fusion vehicles. On vehicles with 2.0l gas engines and six-speed automatic transmissions, the torque converter weld studs may have been inadequately welded.
Consequence
If the torque converter weld studs fail, the torque converter will not be connected to the engine flexplate and the vehicle will lose the ability to move, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Ford or lincoln will notify owners, and dealers will replace the torque converters, free of charge. The recall began august 25, 2017. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17s16.
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.
DEFECT #2 - STEERING:WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR
Posted on: 2018-03-13
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2014-2018 lincoln mkz and ford fusion vehicles. The steering wheel retaining bolt may loosen allowing the steering wheel to detach while driving.
Consequence
A steering wheel detachment can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering wheel bolt with a longer bolt, free of charge. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18s08.
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.
DEFECT #3 - STEERING:WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR
Posted on: 2018-03-13
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2014-2018 lincoln mkz and ford fusion vehicles. The steering wheel retaining bolt may loosen allowing the steering wheel to detach while driving.
Consequence
A steering wheel detachment can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering wheel bolt with a longer bolt, free of charge. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18s08.
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.
DEFECT #4 - STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
Posted on: 2018-03-13
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2014-2018 lincoln mkz and ford fusion vehicles. The steering wheel retaining bolt may loosen allowing the steering wheel to detach while driving.
Consequence
A steering wheel detachment can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering wheel bolt with a longer bolt, free of charge. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18s08.
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.
DEFECT #5 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Posted on: 2023-03-13
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2013-2018 fusion and lincoln mkz vehicles. The front brake hoses may rupture and leak brake fluid.
Consequence
A brake fluid leak will increase brake pedal travel and extend the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the front brake hoses, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed april 17, 2023. Second letters will be mailed once parts are available. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23s12.
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.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #6 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Posted on: 2023-03-13
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2013-2018 fusion and lincoln mkz vehicles. The front brake hoses may rupture and leak brake fluid.
Consequence
A brake fluid leak will increase brake pedal travel and extend the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the front brake hoses, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed april 17, 2023. Second letters will be mailed once parts are available. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23s12.
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.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #7 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Posted on: 2023-03-13
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2013-2018 fusion and lincoln mkz vehicles. The front brake hoses may rupture and leak brake fluid.
Consequence
A brake fluid leak will increase brake pedal travel and extend the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the front brake hoses, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed april 6, 2023. Second letters will be mailed once parts are available. Remedy parts are anticipated to be available by the end of the 3rd quarter 2023. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23s12.
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.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #8 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Posted on: 2023-03-13
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2013-2018 fusion and lincoln mkz vehicles. The front brake hoses may rupture and leak brake fluid.
Consequence
A brake fluid leak will increase brake pedal travel and extend the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the front brake hoses, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed april 6, 2023. Second letters will be mailed once parts are available. Remedy parts are anticipated to be available by the end of the 3rd quarter 2023. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23s12.
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.nhtsa.gov.