Component
STEERING
Manufacturer
Dorman Products, Inc.
What Happened
Your vehicle's steering shaft may be at risk of separating while driving, which could lead to a loss of steering control.
Risk if Unfixed
If the steering shaft separates, you could lose control of your vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Dorman will notify you and replace the steering shaft free of charge at a dealership. You don't have to pay anything for this repair.
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Original — What Happened
Dorman Products, Inc. (Dorman) is recalling certain model Dorman Steering Shafts, part number 425-359, Solutions Steering Shafts, part number 7-0359, and OE Solutions Steering Shafts, part number 425-359, manufactured April 17, 2014, to September 28, 2015. These aftermarket replacement steering shafts are sold for use in 1995-2002 Ford Crown Victoria, Mercury Grand Marquis, and Lincoln Town Car vehicles. These steering shafts may separate during operation if the integral fastener is loose or missing and if the interfacing vehicle shaft is compressed in length.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the shafts separate during vehicle operation, a loss of steering control would result, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Original — Remedy
Dorman will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering shaft, free of charge. The recall began on October 28, 2015. Owners may contact Dorman customer service at 1-800-523-2492, option 5.
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