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Recall 07V-181

FORD MOTOR COMPANY recalled the 2007 Ford Explorer and 1 other model: Steering.

At a glance

Campaign number
07V-181
Reported
April 25, 2007
Vehicles affected
11 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

On certain sport utility vehicles, the two bolts that attach the steering gear assembly to the frame may have been over-tightened. This condition could result in one or both of the bolts fracturing, causing the steering gear to become loose.

The risk

This condition could cause "clunking" noise when steering as well as decreased steering effectiveness potentially resulting in a crash.

The fix

Dealers will replace both the steering gear assembly mounting bolts and nuts free of charge. The recall began on april 27, 2007. Owners may contact ford at 1-[removed].

Notes from the manufacturer

Ford recall no. 07s52.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration?s vehicle safety hotline at 1-[removed] (tty: 1-[removed]); or go to [link removed]

Affected vehicles