Defect Description For Recall
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.
Make Of Vehicle
FORD
Model Of Vehicle
POLICE INTERCEPTOR SEDAN
Year
2017
Recall Campaign Number
17V530000
Component Description
Steering
Effect Of Defect
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.
Fix Defect
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.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Start Of Manufacture
20170507
End Of Manufacture
20170508
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
253
Date Owners Notified
20170913
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Date Report Received
20170828
Make Campaign Number
17S23