SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
What Happened
The front brake hoses in your Fusion or Lincoln MKZ are the flexible tubes that carry brake fluid from the brake master cylinder to the wheel cylinders. Over time, they can crack and leak.
Risk if Unfixed
If the brake hoses rupture, you'll notice your brake pedal feels spongy or takes longer to stop. This could make it harder to stop your vehicle in time, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your Ford dealer will replace the front brake hoses with new, leak-resistant ones at no cost to you. You should schedule the repair as soon as possible after receiving the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Fusion and Lincoln MKZ vehicles. The front brake hoses may rupture and leak brake fluid.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A brake fluid leak will increase brake pedal travel and extend the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will replace the front brake hoses, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 27, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S12.
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
What Happened
Your vehicle's torque converter, a part that helps your car shift gears smoothly, may have been welded incorrectly.
Risk if Unfixed
If the torque converter weld fails, your car could suddenly stop moving, which may cause an accident.
Free Fix
Ford will replace the torque converter for free at your local dealership. You'll receive a notification and can schedule the repair at your convenience.
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Original — What Happened
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Ford Edge and 2017 Lincoln MKZ vehicles. On vehicles with 2.0L gas engines and six-speed automatic transmissions, the torque converter weld studs may have been inadequately welded.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the torque converter weld studs fail, the torque converter will not be connected to the engine flexplate and the vehicle will lose the ability to move, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the torque converters, free of charge. The recall began on July 5, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17S16 (S2). Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 17V-427.
The steering wheel retaining bolt is a crucial part that keeps your steering wheel securely attached to your vehicle. In some 2014-2018 Lincoln MKZ and Ford Fusion models, this bolt can loosen over time, causing the steering wheel to come loose.
Risk if Unfixed
If the steering wheel detaches while you're driving, you could lose control of your vehicle. This could lead to a serious accident and put you and others at risk.
Free Fix
Your dealer will replace the steering wheel bolt with a longer, redesigned one at no cost to you. This fix is free, and you should schedule it as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A steering wheel detachment can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
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.
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
What Happened
Your vehicle's torque converter weld studs may have been inadequately welded, which could cause the transmission to fail.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, your vehicle could lose power and stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Ford will replace the torque converter with a new one, free of charge, and notify you when it's time to schedule the repair.
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Original — What Happened
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 Lincoln MKZ and Ford Edge and Fusion vehicles. On vehicles with 2.0L gas engines and six-speed automatic transmissions, the torque converter weld studs may have been inadequately welded.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the torque converter weld studs fail, the torque converter will not be connected to the engine flexplate and the vehicle will lose the ability to move, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Ford or Lincoln will notify owners, and dealers will replace the torque converters, free of charge. The recall began August 25, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17S16.
