Last updated on 12/09/2025
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Your vehicle identification number, or VIN, is a 17-digit alphanumeric code. You can typically find it in these three locations:
1. The driver’s side doorframe.
2. The lower, driver’s side corner of your windshield - viewable from outside your vehicle.
3. Your vehicle’s point of purchase documents, insurance card and registration form.
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Issue Date
2007-04-25
Campaign
07S52/07V181000
Description
On certain sport utility vehicles, the two bolts that attach the steering gear assembly to the frame may have been over-tightened. This condition could result in one or both of the bolts fracturing, causing the steering gear to become loose.
Safety Risk
This condition could cause "clunking" noise when steering as well as decreased steering effectiveness potentially resulting in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace both the steering gear assembly mounting bolts and nuts free of charge. The recall began on April 27, 2007. Owners may contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332.
Next Steps
Contact your dealer for more information to schedule the free service.
Issue Date
2007-04-25
Campaign
07S52/07V181000
Description
On certain sport utility vehicles, the two bolts that attach the steering gear assembly to the frame may have been over-tightened. This condition could result in one or both of the bolts fracturing, causing the steering gear to become loose.
Safety Risk
This condition could cause "clunking" noise when steering as well as decreased steering effectiveness potentially resulting in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace both the steering gear assembly mounting bolts and nuts free of charge. The recall began on April 27, 2007. Owners may contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332.
Next Steps
Contact your dealer for more information to schedule the free service.
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