2018 FORD FUSION RECALL - #18V167000
RECALL FOR STEERING : STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
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.
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National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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Recall Details
Vehicle |
2018 FORD FUSION |
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Manufacturer |
Ford Motor Company |
Manufactured between |
7/25/2013 - 3/2/2018 |
Recalled on |
3/13/2018 |
Influenced by |
OFFICE OF DEFECTS INVESTIGATION |
Owners Notified on |
4/30/2018 |
# Affected |
1,301,986 |
Recalled for |
STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR |
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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. |
Consequences |
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. |
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