Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 Ford Edge and Lincoln MKX vehicles. These vehicles may have door striker bolts that are shorter than intended. Vehicles with shorter door striker bolts fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 206, “Door Locks and Door Retention Components” potentially resulting in the doors opening in the event of a crash.
Ford Motor Company – Incorrect Length of Door Striker Bolts/FMVSS 206
| Report Received Date | 09/11/2018 |
| NHTSA ID | 18V612000 |
| Consequence Summary | If the doors open in the event of a crash, there is an increased risk of injury. |
| Corrective Action | Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the door striker bolts, free of charge. The recall began October 18, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18C06. |
| Recall Code | 18C06 |
| Potentially Affected | 503 |
| Fire Risk When Parked | No |
| Do Not Drive | No |
| Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=18V612000) |
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