Ford steering gear heat shield fasteners may corrode, allowing the heat shield to detach.
The short version
Ford Motor Company reported a problem with the steering. Here is what owners need to know.
The steering gear heat shield fasteners may corrode, allowing the heat shield to detach.
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.
Ford will notify owners, and dealers to inspect and replace the heat shield fasteners as needed, free of charge.
Affected vehicles
These model years are included in NHTSA campaign 17V-530.
| YEAR RANGE | MODEL |
|---|---|
| 2017 | Ford Explorer |
| 2017 | Ford Taurus |
What changed
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- Recall reported to NHTSA. LATEST
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