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.
Ford Motor Company – Steering Wheel may Detach
| Report Received Date | 03/12/2018 |
| NHTSA ID | 18V167000 |
| Consequence Summary | A steering wheel detachment can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective Action | 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. |
| Recall Code | 18S08 |
| Potentially Affected | 1301986 |
| Fire Risk When Parked | No |
| Do Not Drive | No |
| Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=18V167000) |
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