FORD FUSION 2017: STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 18V167000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| FORD | FUSION | 2017 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2018-04-30 | 2018-03-12 | 2018-03-13 |
Production Dates: 2013-07-25 - 2018-03-02
Manufacturers Involved: Ford Motor Company
Manufacturer Campaign Number: 18S08
Component: STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 1301986
Report Initiator: ODI ODI Report
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.
A steering wheel detachment can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
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.
