NHTSA recall 16V779000
Engine and engine cooling › Cooling system › Hoses/lines/piping/fittings
Ford Mustang
Reported Oct 26, 20166,582 vehicles affectedFord Motor CompanyMaker’s number 16S40Built Feb 24, 2015 – Aug 30, 2016
The defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 Mustang vehicles manufactured February 24, 2015, to August 30, 2016. A hose may separate from the engine oil cooler tube assembly causing an oil leak.
The risk
A sudden loss of engine oil may cause engine failure, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, an oil leak, in the presence of an ignition source, increases the risk of a fire.
The remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the engine oil cooler tube assembly, free of charge. The recall began on March 23, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S40.