NHTSA recall 16V-245 (16V245000)
suspension recall reported April 26, 2016 - about 75,364 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 16V245000
- Also written as
- 16V-245
- Manufacturer number
- 16S18
- Reported
- April 26, 2016
- Vehicles affected
- ~75,364
- Component
- suspension
What is being recalled
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Ford Explorer vehicles manufactured January 17, 2014 to May 31, 2014. The affected vehicles may have improperly welded rear suspension toe links that may fracture.
Why it is dangerous
A fracture of the rear suspension toe link may result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear suspension toe links, free of charge. The recall began on November 18, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S18.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 16V-245 when calling a dealer.
Affected 1 model
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.