2015 Ford Taurus | 2015 Lincoln Mks | 2016 Ford Explorer — Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly: mounting
Published September 28, 2015 · Recall initiated: September 28, 2015
Summary
NHTSA records recall 15V605000, published September 28, 2015. Recalling firm: Ford Motor Company; 2015 Ford Taurus | 2015 Lincoln Mks | 2016 Ford Explorer — Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly: mounting.
What's the hazard
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015 Ford Taurus, Lincoln MKS, and 2016 Ford Explorer vehicles manufactured on July 24, 2015. During vehicle production, the fuel tank attachment bolts may not have been properly tightened. As a result, the fuel tank straps may fracture and the fuel tank could separate from the vehicle.
What to do
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the fuel tank attachment bolts, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on October 19, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S26.
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Recall details
- Brand
- FORD
- Model
- TAURUS
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Lot
- 2015 FORD TAURUS | 2015 LINCOLN MKS | 2016 FORD EXPLORER
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2015 Ford Taurus | 2015 Lincoln Mks | 2016 Ford Explorer — Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly: mounting recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 15V605000 on September 28, 2015. Reported hazard: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015 Ford Taurus, Lincoln MKS, and 2016 Ford Explorer vehicles manufactured on July 24, 2015. During vehicle production, the fuel tank attachment bolts may not have been properly tightened. As a result, the fuel tank straps may fracture and the fuel tank could separate from the vehicle.
What should I do if I have this product?
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the fuel tank attachment bolts, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on October 19, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S26.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: FORD. Model: TAURUS.