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NHTSA recall 21V537000

Suspension · Ford Motor Company

July 15, 2021report date
631,176units affected
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Details

What's wrong: Exposure to road salt can cause the cross-axis ball joint to corrode and seize, resulting in a fracture of the outboard section of the rear suspension toe link.

Why it matters: A rear toe-link fracture can result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace as necessary, the cross-axis ball joint (cabj) knuckle, and replace the rear suspension toe links, free of charge. This recall is an expansion of previous NHTSA recall numbers 16V-245, 19V-435, and 20V-675. Certain vehicles previously repaired will need to return…

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All model years NHTSA lists

2013 Ford Explorer, 2014 Ford Explorer, 2015 Ford Explorer, 2016 Ford Explorer, 2017 Ford Explorer.

Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 21V537000.

Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.