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A steering wheel detachment can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V167000
- Manufacturer Ford Motor Company
- Components STEERING
- Potential Number of Units Affected 1,301,986
Summary
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.
Remedy
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.