Ford Motor Company: Safety Recalls in 2016
Updated on March 19, 2026.
There were 33 safety recalls made by Ford Motor Company in 2016. See the details of the recalls below.
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Data Source: NHTSA.
December 29, 2016
(Campaign #: 16S45)
Reinforcement Bracket Missing from Fuel Tank
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 Ford F-250 and F-350 Super Duty trucks manufactured August 10, 2016, to September 17, 2016. The frame reinforcement bracket may not have been attached to the front fuel tank strap, allowing the fuel tank strap to separate from the frame.
NHTSA ID: 16V945000
Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
# of Units Affected: 7,105
Consequence Summary:
A fuel tank strap that separates and allows the fuel tank to contact the ground may cause a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, install the reinforcement bracket, free of charge. The recall began on February 7, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S45.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 86.04
December 22, 2016
(Campaign #: 16S46)
Oil Leak from Turbocharger
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2016 Ford Taurus, 2016-2017 Ford Flex, Lincoln MKT, 2017 Ford Explorer and Ford Explorer Police Interceptor Utility vehicles equipped with 3.5L GTDI engines. Improperly brazed turbocharger oil supply tubes may leak oil on engine components.
NHTSA ID: 16V925000
Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
# of Units Affected: 1,163
Consequence Summary:
An oil leak, in the presence of an ignition source, increases the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and if necessary, replace the turbocharger oil supply tubes, free of charge. The recall began on January 31, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S46.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 87.79
December 5, 2016
(Campaign #: 16S43)
Rear Seat Back Pivot Pins may Fail
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 Ford Fusion vehicles manufactured September 27, 2016, to September 28, 2016. The left rear seat backs pivot pins may have been improperly welded.
NHTSA ID: 16V874000
Component: SEATS
# of Units Affected: 25
Consequence Summary:
During a crash, the improper welds may fail, allowing any stowed luggage to move into the passenger compartment, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left hand, second row seat back frame, free of charge. The recall began January 10, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S43.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 84
December 5, 2016
(Campaign #: 16S42)
Front Seat Belts May Not Restrain Occupants
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 Ford Fusion vehicles manufactured November 2, 2012, to July 31, 2014, and 2013-2015 Lincoln MKZ vehicles manufactured November 14, 2012, to July 31, 2014. In the event of a crash, heat from the deployment of a seat belt pretensioner may cause a front seat belt anchor cable to fail.
NHTSA ID: 16V875000
Component: SEAT BELTS
# of Units Affected: 603,392
Consequence Summary:
If the driver or front passenger seatbelt cables cannot properly restrain the front seat occupants, they would be at an increased risk of injury.
Corrective Action:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will apply a protective coating to the seat belt cable, free of charge. The recall began May 16, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S42.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 61.53
October 26, 2016
(Campaign #: 16S40)
Oil Leak from Engine Cooler Hose
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 Mustang vehicles manufactured February 24, 2015, to August 30, 2016. A hose may separate from the engine oil cooler tube assembly causing an oil leak.
NHTSA ID: 16V779000
Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
# of Units Affected: 6,582
Consequence Summary:
A sudden loss of engine oil may cause engine failure, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, an oil leak, in the presence of an ignition source, increases the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the engine oil cooler tube assembly, free of charge. The recall began on March 23, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S40.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 81.11
October 26, 2016
(Campaign #: 16S41)
Fuel Delivery Module may Crack and cause Fuel Leak
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 Ford Escape vehicles manufactured February 26, 2009, to April 29, 2012, and 2010-2011 Mercury Mariner vehicles manufactured February 25, 2009, to December 12, 2010. On vehicles with a 3.0L engine, the Fuel Delivery Module (FDM) may crack, causing a fuel leak.
NHTSA ID: 16V777000
Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
# of Units Affected: 329,265
Consequence Summary:
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the FDM flange with one that has a redesigned fuel supply port, free of charge. Remedy parts are currently unavailable. Interim notices were mailed to owners on December 13, 2016. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S41.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 51.7
October 26, 2016
(Campaign #: 16S39)
Drain Valve Opening May Cause Fuel Leak
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2017 Ford F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, and F-550 SD trucks manufactured March 21, 2016, to August 28, 2016. The protective shield on the fuel conditioning module may have inadequate adhesion, allowing the shield to become dislodged.
NHTSA ID: 16V778000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 170
Consequence Summary:
If the shield becomes dislodged, the drain valve may open resulting in a fuel leak. A fuel leak, in the presence of an ignition source, increases the risk of a fire. Under certain conditions, significant liquid fuel on the road surface may cause a slip hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the protective shield, free of charge. The recall began November 11, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S39.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 74.71
October 12, 2016
(Campaign #: 16C14)
Software Affecting Stability Control/FMVSS 126,135
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Ford Edge vehicles manufactured February 9, 2015, to August 12, 2016. During dealer servicing, the affected vehicles may be have been updated with incorrect Antilock Brake System (ABS) and Electronic Stability Control (ESC) software. This software can cause the ESC system to lose engine torque control, and not provide any warning lamps to warn the driver if there was an ABS or ESC system malfunction. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems" and number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
NHTSA ID: 16V733000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 53
Consequence Summary:
If the operator is not warned of an ABS or ESC malfunction and the ESC loses engine torque control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ABS module, and update the service software, free of charge. The recall begin November 22, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16C14.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 73.58
October 12, 2016
(Campaign #: 16C15)
Incorrect Headlight Lenses/FMVSS 108
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2017 Lincoln Continental vehicles manufactured June 14, 2016, to September 23, 2016 and equipped with high intensity discharge (HID) headlights. The headlights may have been built with incorrect lenses, adversely affecting the turn signal visibility as well as not being properly marked. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Assoc. Equipment."
NHTSA ID: 16V731000
Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
# of Units Affected: 1,827
Consequence Summary:
Reduced turn signal visibility to other drivers and pedestrians can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the headlights, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 16, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16C15.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 80.19
September 28, 2016
(Campaign #: 16C13)
Hatchback can be Unlatched with One Button Press
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013-2017 Ford Focus hatchback vehicles manufactured February 14, 2012, to August 26, 2016 and equipped with a manual transmission. The hatchback of the affected vehicles may be unlatched with a single press of the interior latch release button. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 206, "Door Locks and Door Retention Components."
NHTSA ID: 16V698000
Component: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
# of Units Affected: 64,038
Consequence Summary:
With only a single press needed, the driver may accidently unlatch the hatchback, increasing the risk of injury to any unsecured passengers in the back.
Corrective Action:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the Body Control Module with updated software, free of charge. The recall began February 10, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16C13.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 56.02
September 27, 2016
(Campaign #: 16S35)
Panoramic Roof Panel may Separate from Vehicle
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2014 Transit Connect vehicles manufactured October 4, 2013, to July 14, 2014 and equipped with a Panoramic Fixed-Glass Vista roof. The panoramic roof panel may have an inadequate bond to the vehicle, possibly resulting in the panel separating from the vehicle.
NHTSA ID: 16V695000
Component: VISIBILITY
# of Units Affected: 887
Consequence Summary:
If the panoramic roof panel separates from the vehicle while it is being driven, it may increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will remove, clean, and reinstall the panoramic roof panel, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 21, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S35.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 65.28
September 6, 2016
(Campaign #: 16S30)
Doors may Unexpectedly Open
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 Ford Focus, 2013-2015 Ford Escape and Ford C-MAX, 2015 Lincoln MKC and Ford Mustang, and 2014-2016 Ford Transit Connect vehicles. A component within the door latches may break, preventing the doors from latching and/or leading the driver or a passenger to believe a door is securely closed when, in fact, it is not.
NHTSA ID: 16V643000
Component: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
# of Units Affected: 2,046,297
Consequence Summary:
A door that is not securely latched could open while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of injury to a vehicle occupant.
Corrective Action:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the door latches with an improved part, free of charge. The recall began on January 27, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S30.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 61.83
August 25, 2016
(Campaign #: 16S31)
Fuel Pump Malfunction may Cause Engine Stall
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Ford Taurus, Ford Flex, Lincoln MKS and Lincoln MKT vehicles equipped with 3.5L GTDI Ecoboost engines and 2013-2015 Ford Taurus Police Interceptor vehicles. A component within the fuel pump electric module (PEM) may overheat causing a loss of electrical power to the fuel pump.
NHTSA ID: 16V621000
Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
# of Units Affected: 77,502
Consequence Summary:
A loss of power to the fuel pump will cause the engine to stall or prevent the vehicle from starting, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel PEM part number and replace the fuel PEM, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 1, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S31.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 81.22
August 24, 2016
(Campaign #: 16C12)
Power Window Force may be Excessive/FMVSS 118
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2017 Ford Escape Titanium and SE vehicles manufactured October 5, 2015, to May 12, 2016. The settings for the closing-force of the power-operated windows may allow the windows to close on an object such as a body part and injure it before the windows auto-reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 118, "Power-Operated Window Systems."
NHTSA ID: 16V617000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 17,985
Consequence Summary:
If a window closes on a body part, it can increase the risk of injury.
Corrective Action:
Ford has notified owners, and dealers will update the power window operating system software, free of charge. The recall began on September 6, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16C12.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 83.01
August 24, 2016
(Campaign #: 16S32)
Engine may Stall Due to Fuel Pump Contamination
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Transit vehicles manufactured July 15, 2015, to April 14, 2016 and equipped with a 3.2L diesel engine. A fuel injector or the fuel volume control valve may clog due to metallic debris within the fuel system.
NHTSA ID: 16V618000
Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
# of Units Affected: 2,013
Consequence Summary:
If debris clogs the fuel system, the engine may stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel injection pump and associated parts and, if necessary, will replace the fuel filter and flush the fuel system, free of charge. The recall began on October 14, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S32.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 80.97
June 29, 2016
(Campaign #: 16C10)
Electronic Stability Control Systems/FMVSS 126
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2016 Transit Connect vehicles manufactured February 22, 2016, through June 16, 2016. The brake Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU) pump may be contaminated with metallic debris. As such, these vehicles fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."
NHTSA ID: 16V482000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 1,895
Consequence Summary:
If the brake HCU pump is contaminated, the performance of the electronic stability control and related brake systems may degrade, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Ford will notify owners and dealers will replace the brake HCU pump, free of charge. The recall began on August 22, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-800-392-3673. Ford's number for this recall is 16C10.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 82.85
June 28, 2016
(Campaign #: 16C11)
Driver Seat Back Frame May Fail/FMVSS 202, 207
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2016 Ford Explorer and F-150 vehicles equipped with a manual recline driver's seat. The seat back frame may have insufficient welds which may not meet the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 202, "Head Restraints" and 207, "Seating Systems."
NHTSA ID: 16V475000
Component: SEATS
# of Units Affected: 5,280
Consequence Summary:
The seat back may not adequately restrain the occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the seat back frame, free of charge. The recall begin on August 18, 2016. Owners may contact Ford at 1-800-392-3673. Ford's number for this recall is 16C11.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 75.38
June 28, 2016
(Campaign #: 16S28)
Loss of Motive Power from Pinion Gear Wear
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Ford Focus Electric vehicles manufactured August 20, 2015, through April 13, 2016. The transmission's differential pinion gear shaft may overheat and fracture.
NHTSA ID: 16V479000
Component: POWER TRAIN
# of Units Affected: 865
Consequence Summary:
A fractured pinion shaft could cause a loss of motive power and loss of the transmission park function, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transmission differential assembly, free of charge. The recall began on March 24, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S28.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 78.96
May 31, 2016
(Campaign #: 19S01)
Passenger Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Rupture
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2007-2011 Ford Ranger vehicles, 2006-2011 Ford Fusion, Mercury Milan and Lincoln Zephyr/MKZ vehicles, 2007-2010 Ford Edge, Lincoln MKX vehicles, 2005-2006 Ford GT vehicles, and 2005-2011 Ford Mustang vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands, or "Zone A." Additionally, unless included in "Zone A" above, Ford is recalling certain model year 2007-2008 Ford Ranger, Edge and Lincoln MKX vehicles, 2006-2008 Ford Fusion, Mercury Milan and Lincoln Zephyr/MKZ vehicles, 2005-2006 Ford GT vehicles and 2005-2008 Ford Mustang vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia, or "Zone B." Any vehicle not included in "Zone A", or "Zone B" is not included in the safety recall. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the front air bags, these inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
NHTSA ID: 16V384000
Component: AIR BAGS
# of Units Affected: 1,892,343
Consequence Summary:
An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Corrective Action:
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. Ford mailed interim letters informing owners that parts are not yet available on July 15, 2016. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S01.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: Yes
Completion Rate (%): 24.55
May 24, 2016
(Campaign #: 16C09)
Child Seat Tether Anchor Blocked/FMVSS225
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2016 Lincoln MKX vehicles manufactured September 24, 2015. An incorrect seat back trim cover was installed on the affected vehicles, blocking the child seat tether anchors in the second row center seating position. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 225, "Child restraint anchorage systems."
NHTSA ID: 16V343000
Component: CHILD SEAT
# of Units Affected: 5
Consequence Summary:
An improperly anchored child seat can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Corrective Action:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat back trim cover and tether cover bezel on the second row, free of charge. The recall began on June 16, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16C09.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 60
May 24, 2016
(Campaign #: 16S24)
Master Cylinder Rear Cup Seal Leak
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 F-150 vehicles manufactured August 1, 2013, to August 31, 2014 equipped with 3.5L engines. The master cylinder rear cup seal may roll, resulting in brake fluid leakage from the primary reservoir into the brake booster.
NHTSA ID: 16V345000
Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
# of Units Affected: 225,012
Consequence Summary:
Loss of brake fluid from the primary reservoir results in a complete loss of front brake function, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake master cylinder and, if necessary, the brake booster, free of charge. The recall began on October 28, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S24.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 78.23
April 27, 2016
(Campaign #: 16S19)
Unexpected Transmission Downshift
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Ford F-150 trucks, 2012 Ford Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, and Ford Mustang vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with an automatic transmission that may unexpectedly downshift to first gear, regardless of vehicle speed.
NHTSA ID: 16V248000
Component: POWER TRAIN
# of Units Affected: 153,581
Consequence Summary:
An unexpected downshift into first gear can cause the vehicle to slow down suddenly without warning and the rear tires may slide or lock, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the powertrain control module with updated software, free of charge. The recall began on September 19, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S19.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 68.92
April 27, 2016
(Campaign #: 16C05)
Driver Seat Riser Weld may Fail/FMVSS 207,210
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2016 Ford Fusion vehicles manufactured from March 10, 2016, through March 16, 2016. The front driver seat track assembly's rear riser may have been improperly welded to the seat track rail, and as a result, the driver may not be adequately restrained in a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 207, "Seating Systems" and 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."
NHTSA ID: 16V250000
Component: SEAT BELTS
# of Units Affected: 39
Consequence Summary:
An improperly welded driver seat riser may fail to adequately restrain the driver during crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action:
Ford quarantined the affected vehicles at dealerships prior to their sale. Dealers will replace the front driver seat track rail, free of charge. The recall began on May 19, 2016. Ford's number for this recall is 16C05.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 92.31
April 26, 2016
(Campaign #: 16S18)
Rear Suspension Toe Link may be Improperly Welded
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Ford Explorer vehicles manufactured January 17, 2014 to May 31, 2014. The affected vehicles may have improperly welded rear suspension toe links that may fracture.
NHTSA ID: 16V245000
Component: SUSPENSION
# of Units Affected: 75,364
Consequence Summary:
A fracture of the rear suspension toe link may result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear suspension toe links, free of charge. The recall began on November 18, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S18.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 79.57
April 26, 2016
(Campaign #: 16S17)
Possible Damage to Tire Inner Sidewall
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2016 Ford F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 trucks manufactured April 5, 2016, to April 11, 2016. The tires installed during assembly of the affected vehicles may have sustained damage to the inner sidewall, possibly resulting in a loss of air or a tire rupture.
NHTSA ID: 16V246000
Component: TIRES
# of Units Affected: 2,288
Consequence Summary:
A rapid loss of air or a tire rupture while the vehicle is being driven may cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the tires for damage and replace them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on May 23, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S17.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 83.87
April 26, 2016
(Campaign #: 16C06)
Air Bag Second Stage may not Inflate Properly
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 Ford Flex, 2008 and 2010-2012 Ford Taurus, 2008-2009 Ford Taurus X, 2008 Mercury Sable, 2009 and 2011 Lincoln MKS vehicles. The driver frontal air bag may improperly inflate during second-stage deployment in the event of a high speed crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
NHTSA ID: 16V247000
Component: AIR BAGS
# of Units Affected: 695
Consequence Summary:
An improperly inflated air bag increases the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the driver's frontal air bag module, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on June 13, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16C06.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 84.32
April 4, 2016
(Campaign #: 16S13)
Side Curtain Air Bag Assembly Improperly Installed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Transit vehicles manufactured March 12, 2014, to March 18, 2016. In the affected vehicles, the side curtain air bag may not deploy with the proper trajectory due to being folded and packaged incorrectly.
NHTSA ID: 16V188000
Component: AIR BAGS
# of Units Affected: 37,066
Consequence Summary:
A side curtain air bag that does not deploy as intended may increase the risk of occupant injury in the event of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and re-orient the side curtain air bag assembly, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on May 18, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S13.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 85.79
March 31, 2016
(Campaign #: 16S15)
Parking Brake Cable Connector Clip May Fail
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 F-650 and F-750 trucks manufactured January 28, 2015, to November 30, 2015. The clip that connects the hand operated parking brake actuator cable to the intermediate parking brake cable may fail.
NHTSA ID: 16V182000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 4,654
Consequence Summary:
If the parking brake cable connector clip fails, the vehicle may unexpectedly roll, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the parking brake cable connector clip, free of charge. The recall began on May 19, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S15.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 82.18
March 31, 2016
(Campaign #: 16S14)
Engine Block Heater May Overheat
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Lincoln MKC vehicles manufactured November 25, 2013, to January 25, 2016, and 2016 Ford Explorer vehicles manufactured October 20, 2014, to January 28, 2016. The affected vehicles are equipped with 2.3L GTDI engines and engine block heaters. These engine block heaters have elements that may overheat while plugged in.
NHTSA ID: 16V183000
Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
# of Units Affected: 1,543
Consequence Summary:
Overheating of the engine block increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the engine block heater, free of charge. Dealers will also inspect and replace the electrical cord, as necessary. The recall began on May 18, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S14. Note: Owners should not use the engine block heater until the vehicle has been remedied.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 87.94
February 25, 2016
(Campaign #: 16S05)
Restraint System May Misclassify Front Passenger
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2016 F-150 trucks manufactured April 27, 2015, to November 22, 2015, and equipped with Multi-Contour Seats (MCS). The front passenger seat Occupant Classification System (OCS) that calibrates the air bag deployment level may incorrectly classify an adult as a child when the seat massage feature is activated.
NHTSA ID: 16V110000
Component: AIR BAGS
# of Units Affected: 2,894
Consequence Summary:
If an adult is incorrectly classified as a child, the passenger frontal air bag will not deploy during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will update the Occupant Classification System Module (OCSM) with new software, free of charge. The recall began on March 11, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S05.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 80.39
February 25, 2016
(Campaign #: 16S06)
Rear Seat Belt Buckle may not Latch
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Transit vehicles manufactured February 13, 2014, to January 13, 2016 and equipped with rear passenger seats. The rear seat belt buckles may be damaged if a heavy object is placed on, or impacts, the top of the buckle. The damage may prevent the buckle from latching or from remaining latched.
NHTSA ID: 16V111000
Component: SEAT BELTS
# of Units Affected: 48,990
Consequence Summary:
An unlatched seat belt increases the risk of injury to the occupant in the event of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will modify or replace the seat belt buckles, depending on their location in the vehicle, free of charge. The recall began May 18, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S06.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 79.18
January 28, 2016
(Campaign #: 16S01)
Loss of Trailer Braking Function
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2016 E-350 and E-450 vehicles manufactured November 3, 2014, to December 10, 2015 and equipped with a 6.8L engine and an optional trailer brake controller. The trailer braking system may fail, increasing the distance needed to stop the vehicle.
NHTSA ID: 16V046000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 75
Consequence Summary:
If the vehicle unexpectedly needs an extended braking distance, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began on February 19, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S01. Note: This recall supersedes 15V-710. Any vehicle previously repaired under 15V-710 will need to be repaired again.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 50.67
January 25, 2016
(Campaign #: 16S03)
Driver Side Air Bag Inflator May Rupture
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2004-2006 Ranger vehicles manufactured March 24, 2003, to May 4, 2006. Upon deployment of the driver side frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture.
NHTSA ID: 16V036000
Component: AIR BAGS
# of Units Affected: 361,692
Consequence Summary:
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.
Corrective Action:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag inflators, free of charge. The recall began February 26, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S03. Note: This recall supersedes 14V-343 and only applies to Rangers manufactured in North America.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 0.15
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