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Issue Date
2017-08-28
Campaign
17S23/17V530
Description
On your vehicle, the fasteners used to secure the electronic power assist steering heat shield may not have proper corrosion protection.
Safety Risk
If the fasteners do not have proper corrosion protection, they may not retain the heat shield over time, exposing the steering gear to higher than expected temperatures. If the steering gear connectors melt, you may experience loss of assist accompanied by the fault message service power steering now in the instrument cluster. Loss of power steering assist would require higher steering effort, especially at lower speeds, which may result in an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy
Ford Motor Company has authorized your dealer to inspect and, if necessary, replace the electronic power assist steering heat shield fasteners free of charge, parts and labor.
Next Steps
Contact your dealer for more information to schedule the free service.
Issue Date
2017-08-28
Campaign
17S23/17V530
Description
On your vehicle, the fasteners used to secure the electronic power assist steering heat shield may not have proper corrosion protection.
Safety Risk
If the fasteners do not have proper corrosion protection, they may not retain the heat shield over time, exposing the steering gear to higher than expected temperatures. If the steering gear connectors melt, you may experience loss of assist accompanied by the fault message service power steering now in the instrument cluster. Loss of power steering assist would require higher steering effort, especially at lower speeds, which may result in an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy
Ford Motor Company has authorized your dealer to inspect and, if necessary, replace the electronic power assist steering heat shield fasteners free of charge, parts and labor.
Next Steps
Contact your dealer for more information to schedule the free service.