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Ford · United States · High

Ford C-Max, Focus: Steering

Affects Ford C-Max, Focus · 2014 — about 508 vehicles.

The hazard

The incorrectly manufactured steering gears may cause impaired steering, including the loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering gears, free of charge. The recall began on November 11, 2014. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-800-392-3673. Ford's number for this recall is 14S18.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational