NHTSA recall 18V-167 (18V167000)
steering recall reported March 12, 2018 - about 1,301,986 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 18V167000
- Also written as
- 18V-167
- Manufacturer number
- 18S08
- Reported
- March 12, 2018
- Vehicles affected
- ~1,301,986
- Component
- steering
What is being recalled
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.
Why it is dangerous
A steering wheel detachment can cause 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 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.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 18V-167 when calling a dealer.
Affected 2 models
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.