Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
What Happened
Your 2015-2017 Ford Mustang's engine oil cooler tube assembly might have a faulty hose that can separate and cause an oil leak.
Risk if Unfixed
If the hose separates, you could lose engine oil, which could cause your engine to fail, increasing the risk of a crash, or an oil leak near an ignition source could cause a fire.
Free Fix
Ford will replace the engine oil cooler tube assembly for free at a dealership. They'll contact you to schedule an appointment and take care of it at no cost to you.
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Original — What Happened
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 Mustang vehicles manufactured February 24, 2015, to August 30, 2016. A hose may separate from the engine oil cooler tube assembly causing an oil leak.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A sudden loss of engine oil may cause engine failure, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, an oil leak, in the presence of an ignition source, increases the risk of a fire.
Original — Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the engine oil cooler tube assembly, free of charge. The recall began on March 23, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S40.
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