GULF STREAM EXPLORER 2017: STEERING
| Make : GULF STREAM | Model : EXPLORER | Year : 2017 |
| Build Dates : 2017-05-07 - 2017-05-10 | ||
| NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 17V530000 | ||
| Date Owner's Notified: 2017-09-13 | Date Received by ODI: 2017-08-28 | Date Added to Database: 2017-08-30 |
| Manufacturers Involved: Ford Motor Company | ||
| Manufacturer's Responsible for the Recall: | ||
| Manufacturer Campaign Number: 17S23 | ||
| Component: STEERING | ||
| Potential Number Of Units Affected : 253 | ||
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Summary:
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. |
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Consequence:
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. |
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Remedy:
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. |
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| Report Initiator: MFR | V Report | |
| Regulation Part Number: | Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | |
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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. |
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