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NHTSA : 18V167000🔴 ⚠️ High severity

Campaign Details

Component: STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR

Defect Description

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.

Consequence / Hazard

A steering wheel detachment can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Proposed Solution

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.

🚗 Affected Vehicles10

All the models below were recalled for this exact same problem.