NHTSA recall 18V-390 (18V390000)
power train recall reported June 11, 2018 - about 25 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 18V390000
- Also written as
- 18V-390
- Manufacturer number
- 17S16 (S2)
- Reported
- June 11, 2018
- Vehicles affected
- ~25
- Component
- power train
What is being recalled
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.
Why it is dangerous
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.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
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.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 18V-390 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.