Ford Edge, Fusion: Steering — electric power assist system

Affects Ford Edge, Fusion · 2013–2016 — about 116K vehicles.

The hazard

If the bolts corrode, the steering gear motor may detach from the gear housing resulting in a loss of power steering assist, requiring a greater steering effort, especially at lower speeds, and increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering gear motor bolts and apply a wax sealer. If any of the steering gear motor attachment bolts are broken or missing, a new steering gear will be installed in the vehicle. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began October 18, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S26.

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