Component
STEERING
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
What Happened
Your vehicle may have a faulty steering gear that was incorrectly assembled, which affects model years 2014 Focus and C-Max vehicles made between August 8-15, 2014.
Risk if Unfixed
If you don't get the issue fixed, you could lose control of your steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Ford will replace the steering gear for free. They'll contact you to schedule the repair, and you can also reach out to them at 1-800-392-3673 with Ford's recall number 14S18.
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Original — What Happened
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2014 Focus and C-Max vehicles manufactured August 8, 2014, to August 15, 2014. The affected vehicles may have steering gears that were incorrectly assembled.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
The incorrectly manufactured steering gears may cause impaired steering, including the loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering gears, free of charge. The recall began on November 11, 2014. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-800-392-3673. Ford's number for this recall is 14S18.
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