NHTSA recall 17V530000
Steering · Ford Motor Company
Details
What's wrong: The steering gear heat shield fasteners may corrode, allowing the heat shield to detach.
Why it matters: If the heat shield detaches, the steering gear may overheat, increasing the steering effort required by the driver, especially at lower speeds, and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers to inspect and replace the heat shield fasteners as needed, free of charge. The recall began on September 13, 2017.
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All model years NHTSA lists
2017 Ford Explorer, 2017 Ford Police Interceptor Sedan, 2017 Ford Police Interceptor Utilit, 2017 Ford Taurus.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 17V530000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.