Ford Motor Company - Fastener Connecting Knuckle and Strut May Be Loose
USFord Motor Company - Fastener Connecting Knuckle and Strut May Be Loose
Recalling Firm: Ford Motor Company
Reason for Recall / Hazard
A loose or missing connection between the knuckle and strut can cause improper tire alignment, resulting in a steering pull or require increased steering effort. Additionally, the brake hose may contact the tire and become damaged, resulting in a brake fluid leak and a loss of braking ability. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Product Description & Identification
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 Explorer vehicles. The right-front lower fastener connecting the steering knuckle and strut may be loose or missing.
Affected Products
Fastener Connecting Knuckle and Strut May Be Loose
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Subject | Fastener Connecting Knuckle and Strut May Be Loose |
| Nhtsa id | 24V091000 |
| Component | STEERING |
| Recall link › Url | https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=24V091000 |
| Recall link › Description | Go to Recall |
| Recall type | Vehicle |
| Do not drive | No |
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Defect summary | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 Explorer vehicles. The right-front lower fastener connecting the steering knuckle and strut may be loose or missing. |
| Completion rate | 86.78 |
| Corrective action | Dealers will inspect the fasteners, and tighten or install them as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 08, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S04. |
| Consequence summary | A loose or missing connection between the knuckle and strut can cause improper tire alignment, resulting in a steering pull or require increased steering effort. Additionally, the brake hose may contact the tire and become damaged, resulting in a brake fluid leak and a loss of braking ability. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash. |
| Mfr campaign number | 24S04 |
| Potentially affected | 121 |
| Report received date | 2024-02-08T00:00:00.000 |
| Fire risk when parked | No |
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Overview
- Recalling FirmFord Motor Company
- Risk LevelSTEERING
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