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.
Ford Motor Company – Fuel Tank Mounting Bolts may be Loose
| Report Received Date | 09/28/2015 |
| NHTSA ID | 15V605000 |
| Consequence Summary | If the fuel tank separates from the vehicle, a fuel leak may occur, increasing the risk of a fire. |
| Corrective Action | 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. |
| Recall Code | 15S26 |
| Potentially Affected | 203 |
| Fire Risk When Parked | No |
| Do Not Drive | No |
| Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=15V605000) |
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