NHTSA recall 16V245000
Suspension › Rear
Ford Explorer
Reported Apr 26, 201675,364 vehicles affectedFord Motor CompanyMaker’s number 16S18Built Jan 17, 2014 – May 31, 2014
The defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Ford Explorer vehicles manufactured January 17, 2014 to May 31, 2014. The affected vehicles may have improperly welded rear suspension toe links that may fracture.
The risk
A fracture of the rear suspension toe link may result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear suspension toe links, free of charge. The recall began on November 18, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S18.