Recall 17V-530
Ford Motor Company recalled the 2017 Ford Explorer and 3 other models: Steering.
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 17V-530
- Reported
- August 28, 2017
- Vehicles affected
- 253 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
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.
The risk
If the heat shield detaches, the steering gear may overheat, increasing the steering effort required by the driver, especially at lower speeds, and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
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-[removed]. Ford's number for this recall is 17S23.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]
Affected vehicles
- Ford Explorer 2017
- Ford Police Interceptor Sedan 2017
- Ford Police Interceptor Utilit 2017
- Ford Taurus 2017