NHTSA recall 17V427000
Power train › Automatic transmission › Torque converter
Ford Edge and 2 more
Reported Jul 6, 20176,026 vehicles affectedFord Motor CompanyMaker’s number 17S16Built Apr 25, 2017 – Jun 20, 2017
The defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 Lincoln MKZ and Ford Edge and Fusion vehicles. On vehicles with 2.0L gas engines and six-speed automatic transmissions, the torque converter weld studs may have been inadequately welded.
The risk
If the torque converter weld studs fail, the torque converter will not be connected to the engine flexplate and the vehicle will lose the ability to move, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Ford or Lincoln will notify owners, and dealers will replace the torque converters, free of charge. The recall began August 25, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17S16.