2017 Ford Explorer | 2017 Ford Taurus | 2017 Ford Police Interceptor Sedan | 2017 Ford Police Interceptor Utilit — Steering
Published August 30, 2017 · Recall initiated: August 28, 2017
Summary
NHTSA records recall 17V530000, published August 30, 2017 and initiated August 28, 2017. Recalling firm: Ford Motor Company; 2017 Ford Explorer | 2017 Ford Taurus | 2017 Ford Police Interceptor Sedan | 2017 Ford Police Interceptor Utilit — Steering.
What's the hazard
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.
What to do
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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Recall details
- Brand
- FORD
- Model
- EXPLORER
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Lot
- 2017 FORD EXPLORER | 2017 FORD TAURUS | 2017 FORD POLICE INTERCEPTOR SEDAN | 2017 FORD POLICE INTERCEPTOR UTILIT
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2017 Ford Explorer | 2017 Ford Taurus | 2017 Ford Police Interceptor Sedan | 2017 Ford Police Interceptor Utilit — Steering recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 17V530000 on August 30, 2017. Reported hazard: 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.
What should I do if I have this product?
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.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: FORD. Model: EXPLORER.