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Network/ United States/ Ford/ 18V167000

Ford · United States · High

Ford Fusion: Steering — steering wheel/handle bar

Affects Ford Fusion · 2014–2018 — about 1.3M vehicles.

The hazard

A steering wheel detachment can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering wheel bolt with a longer bolt, free of charge. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18S08.

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