2017 Ford Explorer Recall: Engine And Engine Cooling (NHTSA 16V925000)

NHTSA (the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) issued a recall affecting 2017 Ford Explorer vehicles manufactured by Ford Motor Company. Below is the official summary, the risk involved, and the fix available at no cost.

Table of contents

What does the official notice say?
Risk if left unaddressed
Manufacturer's fix (remedy)
Additional notes
How to check if your vehicle is affected
Frequently asked questions

What does the official notice say?

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2016 Ford Taurus, 2016-2017 Ford Flex, Lincoln MKT, 2017 Ford Explorer and Ford Explorer Police Interceptor Utility vehicles equipped with 3.5L GTDI engines. Improperly brazed turbocharger oil supply tubes may leak oil on engine components.

Risk if left unaddressed

An oil leak, in the presence of an ignition source, increases the risk of a fire.

Manufacturer's fix (remedy)

Additional notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

How to check if your vehicle is affected

Enter your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) in the official NHTSA lookup tool at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included in this campaign (number 16V925000).

Frequently asked questions

What is NHTSA recall 16V925000?

What happens if this recall isn't fixed?

An oil leak, in the presence of an ignition source, increases the risk of a fire.

Is the repair free, and how do I check my VIN?

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and if necessary, replace the turbocharger oil supply tubes, free of charge. The recall began on January 31, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S46. Enter your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included in campaign 16V925000.

Source: public NHTSA data, campaign 16V925000, reported on 22/12/2016. This content is for informational purposes only, does not constitute legal advice, and was compiled from official data with editorial review prior to publication.

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