Ford Motor Company is recalling certain 2011-2017 Explorer vehicles
— Recall Campaign #19V435000
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2011-2017 Explorer vehicles. The rear suspension toe links may fracture due to stress on the rear suspension.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 1,194,173 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
19V435000
| Manufacturer: | Ford Motor Company |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | June 10, 2019 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 19V435000 |
| Units affected: | 1,194,173 |
- Description:
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2011-2017 Explorer vehicles. The rear suspension toe links may fracture due to stress on the rear suspension.
- Consequeces:
- A fractured rear toe link will cause a sudden change in vehicle handling and increase the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear suspension toe links, and inspect both rear toe link ball joints, replacing the rear wheel knuckle(s), if necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 26, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S17.
- 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.