CarRecallWatch- Component
- SUSPENSION:REAR
- Problem
- 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.
- Risk
- A fracture of the rear suspension toe link may result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- 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.
- 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 2014-2015 Ford Explorers built between January 17, 2014 and May 31, 2014 may have improperly welded rear suspension toe links. Over time, a weak weld can cause the toe link to fracture.
If a rear toe link breaks, the vehicle can lose steering control, which increases the risk of a crash. Owners should take this recall seriously and have their vehicle checked.
The repair is free. Dealers will replace the rear suspension toe links at no cost. Ford will notify affected owners, and you can contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. You can also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls to confirm whether your Explorer is included.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Ford Explorer | 20142015 |
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