NHTSA recall campaign
18V167000
ManufacturerFord Motor CompanyReported2018-03-12Affected1,301,986 vehicles
What was wrong
Defect
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.
Risk
A steering wheel detachment can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer 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.
To check whether your specific VIN is covered and to find a participating dealer, look this campaign up on NHTSA.gov →