Recall 18V167000: 2014–2018 Ford Fusion, 2014–2018 Lincoln MKZ
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Mar 12, 2018
- Vehicles affected
- 1,301,986
- Models
- 2
- Initiated by
- ODI
The problem
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.
The risk
A steering wheel detachment can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
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.
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
- 2014 Ford Fusion
- 2015 Ford Fusion
- 2016 Ford Fusion
- 2017 Ford Fusion
- 2018 Ford Fusion
- 2014 Lincoln MKZ
- 2015 Lincoln MKZ
- 2016 Lincoln MKZ
- 2017 Lincoln MKZ
- 2018 Lincoln MKZ
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 18V167000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 18S08
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Owner letters
- Apr 30, 2018
- Components
- Steering: steering wheel/handle bar (Steering)
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