Recall 16V925000: 2017 Ford Explorer, 2017 Ford Explorer Police Intercept, 2016–2017 Ford Flex +2 more

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Report date
Dec 22, 2016
Vehicles affected
1,163
Models
5
Initiated by
Manufacturer

The problem

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2016 Ford Taurus, 2016-2017 Ford Flex, Lincoln MKT, 2017 Ford Explorer and Ford Explorer Police Interceptor Utility vehicles equipped with 3.5L GTDI engines. Improperly brazed turbocharger oil supply tubes may leak oil on engine components.

The risk

An oil leak, in the presence of an ignition source, increases the risk of a fire.

The fix

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and if necessary, replace the turbocharger oil supply tubes, free of charge. The recall began on January 31, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S46.

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.

Affected vehicles

Details

NHTSA campaign
16V925000
Manufacturer campaign
16S46
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Owner letters
Jan 31, 2017
Components
Engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:turbo/supercharger (Engine)

Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology