FORD EXPLORER 2017: STEERING
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 17V530000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| FORD | EXPLORER | 2017 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2017-09-13 | 2017-08-28 | 2017-08-30 |
Production Dates: 2017-05-07 - 2017-05-10
Manufacturers Involved: Ford Motor Company
Manufacturer Campaign Number: 17S23
Component: STEERING
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 253
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
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.
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.
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.
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.
