NHTSA Campaign Number

18V167000

STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR

Reported to NHTSA: December 3, 2018

Defect Description

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.

Safety Consequence

A steering wheel detachment can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

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.

What This Recall Page Shows

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Affected Vehicles (10)

Year	Make	Model
2014	Ford	Fusion
2015	Ford	Fusion
2016	Ford	Fusion
2017	Ford	Fusion
2018	Ford	Fusion
2014	Lincoln	MKZ
2015	Lincoln	MKZ
2016	Lincoln	MKZ
2017	Lincoln	MKZ
2018	Lincoln	MKZ

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This recall information is from NHTSA campaign 18V167000. This site is not affiliated with NHTSA. Contact your dealer or call NHTSA's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 for more information.