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Ford Issues Two Safety Recalls and a Safety Compliance Recall in North America

DEARBORN, Mich., Sept. 27, 2017 – Ford Motor Company is issuing two safety recalls and a safety compliance recall in North America. Details are as follows:

2015 Ford F-650 and F-750 vehicles

  • Ford is issuing a safety recall for approximately 77 2015 Ford F-650 and F-750 vehicles that may contain castellated nuts at the tie rod ends that were torqued below the minimum torque specification.
  • In the affected vehicles, the castellated nuts and cotter pins for the tie rod on the front axle may not have been torqued to the minimum torque specification. This may cause the tie rod to become loose in the steer axle and disconnect from the steering system which may cause the driver to lose the ability to steer the passenger side wheel at low speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.
  • Ford is not aware of any accidents or injuries associated with this issue.
  • Affected vehicles include 2015 F-650 and F-750 vehicles built at Escobedo Assembly Plant, March 4, 2015 to April 27, 2015.
  • The recall involves approximately 77 vehicles in the United States. The Ford reference number for this recall is 17S30.
  • Dealers will inspect, properly torque and replace the cotter pins on the front axle.

 

2018 Ford F-150 Raptor SuperCab non-moonroof vehicles

  • Ford is issuing a safety recall for approximately 42 2018 Ford F-150 Raptor SuperCab non-moonroof vehicles that may be missing rivets in the roof structure.
  • In affected vehicles, structural braces in the roof may be missing rivets in their attachment to the roof rail structure. Vehicles with missing roof brace rivets may have reduced structural integrity, potentially increasing the risk of injury in a rollover.
  • Ford is not aware of any accidents or injuries associated with this issue.
  • Affected vehicles include the 2018 F-150 Raptor SuperCab without moonroofs built at Dearborn Assembly Plant, June 8, 2017 to Aug. 21, 2017.
  • The recall involves approximately 42 vehicles in North America, including 39 in the United States and three in Canada. The Ford reference number for this recall is 17S29.
  • Dealers will install rivets for the roof brace attachments.

 

2017 Ford F-150 and Super Duty vehicles

  • Ford is issuing a safety compliance recall in North America for approximately 624 2017 Ford F-150 and Super Duty vehicles for insufficient weld penetration on the seat belt buckle attachment bracket on front passenger manual seats.
  • In affected vehicles, a seat track with this condition may not have sufficient weld penetration between the seatbelt anchor and seat cushion frame. A seat belt buckle weld with insufficient penetration may not properly restrain an occupant in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
  • Ford is not aware of any accidents or injuries associated with this issue.
  • Affected vehicles include:
    • 2017 Ford F-150 built at Dearborn Assembly Plant, Nov. 2-3, 2016
    • 2017 Ford F-150 built at Kansas City Assembly Plant, Nov. 4-7, 2016
    • 2017 Ford Super Duty built at Kentucky Assembly Plant, Nov. 2, 2016 to June 4, 2017
    • 2017 Ford Super Duty built at Ohio Assembly Plant, Nov. 7-21, 2016
  • The recall involves approximately 624 vehicles in North America, including 504 in the United States, 57 in Canada and 63 in Mexico. The Ford reference number for this recall is 17C17.
  • Dealers will replace the manual front passenger manual seat track.

About Ford Motor Company

Ford Motor Company (NYSE: F) is a global company based in Dearborn, Michigan, committed to helping build a better world, where every person is free to move and pursue their dreams.  The company’s Ford+ plan for growth and value creation combines existing strengths, new capabilities and always-on relationships with customers to enrich experiences for customers and deepen their loyalty.  Ford develops and delivers innovative, must-have Ford trucks, sport utility vehicles, commercial vans and cars and Lincoln luxury vehicles, along with connected services.  The company does that through three customer-centered business segments:  Ford Blue, engineering iconic gas-powered and hybrid vehicles; Ford Model e, inventing breakthrough electric vehicles along with embedded software that defines exceptional digital experiences for all customers; and Ford Pro, helping commercial customers transform and expand their businesses with vehicles and services tailored to their needs.  Additionally, Ford provides financial services through Ford Motor Credit Company.  Ford employs about 174,000 people worldwide.  More information about the company and its products and services is available at corporate.ford.com.