FORD EXPLORER 2016: POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 20V692000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| FORD | EXPLORER | 2016 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2021-02-02 | 2020-11-10 | 2020-11-10 |
Production Dates: 2016-02-17 - 2016-03-07
Manufacturers Involved: Ford Motor Company
Manufacturer Campaign Number: 20S63
Component: POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 15587
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
Ford Motor Company "Ford" is recalling certain 2014-2016 Explorer, 2014-2015 Taurus and 2014 Edge vehicles equipped with 2.0L or 2.3L engines and front wheel drive. The support bracket for the front drive axle halfshaft may fail.
The failed bracket could result in a loss of park function which can cause unintended vehicle movement, and loss of motive power while driving which increases the risk of a crash.
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the link shaft bracket, free of charge. Parts are not currently available. Owners received an interim notification detailing safety risk December 8, 2020. A second letter will be mailed when parts become available in January 2021. The recall began February 2, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S63.
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.
