Ford in the affected vehicles, the halfshaft retention circlip may not have been properly installed, and as a result, the halfshaft may move outward and disengage from the linkshaft while driving and without prior warning.
The short version
Ford Motor Company reported a problem with the axle assembly axle shaft. Here is what owners need to know.
In the affected vehicles, the halfshaft retention circlip may not have been properly installed, and as a result, the halfshaft may move outward and disengage from the linkshaft while driving and without prior warning.
If the halfshaft and linkshaft become disengaged while driving, power will no longer be transmitted to the wheels, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash. Additionally, if the parking brake is not applied before exiting the vehicle, the vehicle may roll away despite the transmission being placed in 'Park', increasing the risk of injury to exiting occupants and bystanders.
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles to make sure that the halfshaft is properly retained, free of charge.
Affected vehicles
These model years are included in NHTSA campaign 14V-393.
| YEAR RANGE | MODEL |
|---|---|
| 2012–2014 | Ford Edge |
| 2013–2014 | Ford Flex |
| 2013–2014 | Ford Taurus |
| 2013–2014 | Lincoln MKS |
| 2013–2014 | Lincoln MKT |
| 2012–2014 | Lincoln MKX |
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