NHTSA Recall # | 146203 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 19V773000 |
MFG Compaign # | 19S36 |
Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
Supplier | FORD |
Brand | FORD |
Model | EXPEDITION |
Model Year | 2019 |
Component | SUSPENSION:REAR |
Date of notification | 14/11/19 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 05/09/19 |
End date of manufacturing | 06/09/19 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | MFR |
Report received | 28/10/19 |
Report created | 28/10/19 |
Regulation part number | |
FMV safety standard number | |
Estimated number of affected units | 18 |
Defect summary | Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2019 expedition and lincoln navigator vehicles. The rear suspension toe link fasteners may not have been properly tightened to the frame, possibly allowing separation from the frame. |
Consequence summary | A disconnected toe link can cause a sudden change to vehicle handling, increasing the risk of a crash. |
Corrective action | Ford has notified owners, and dealers will inspect and tighten the rear toe link fasteners, check and adjust the rear toe alignment, and inspect the rear tires for abnormal tire wear, replacing them if necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began november 14, 2019. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19s36. |
Recall notes | Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153). |