Recall 17V-672
Ford Motor Company recalled the 2018 Ford F-150: Engine.
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 17V-672
- Reported
- October 23, 2017
- Vehicles affected
- 22 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 F-150 vehicles equipped with 3.5L engines. The cylinder heads may have been machined without lubrication supply holes for the camshaft bearing journals.
The risk
Without a proper supply of lubrication, the engine will fail, causing a stall and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Ford is not aware of any affected vehicles outside of dealer control. Should owner contact subsequently be required, arrangements will be made to transport their vehicle to a Ford or Lincoln dealer to have the engine replaced.The recall began October 24, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-[removed]. Ford's number for this recall is 17S37.
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 F-150 2018