CarRecallWatch- Component
- FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:MOUNTING
- Problem
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015 Ford Taurus, Lincoln MKS, and 2016 Ford Explorer vehicles manufactured on July 24, 2015. During vehicle production, the fuel tank attachment bolts may not have been properly tightened. As a result, the fuel tank straps may fracture and the fuel tank could separate from the vehicle.
- Risk
- If the fuel tank separates from the vehicle, a fuel leak may occur, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Ford will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the fuel tank attachment bolts, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on October 19, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S26.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
Some vehicles built on July 24, 2015 may have had their fuel tank attachment bolts insufficiently tightened during production. Over time, the fuel tank straps can fracture, allowing the fuel tank to separate from the vehicle.
If the fuel tank separates, fuel can leak, which increases the risk of a fire. Owners should take this recall seriously and have their vehicle checked promptly.
Ford will notify affected owners, and authorized dealers will tighten the fuel tank attachment bolts as needed at no cost to you. You can also check your VIN for open recalls and contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332, referencing recall number 15S26.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Ford Explorer | 2016 |
|---|---|
| Ford Taurus | 2015 |
| Lincoln MKS | 2015 |