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NHTSARecalled May 31, 2013 · #13V232000

Reduced Steering Control

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Description

Ford is recalling certain model year 2013 Fusion vehicles manufactured April 19, 2013, through April 23, 2013. The steering gears may be missing an internal retaining clip. If the clip is missing, components inside the steering gear may become dislodged inside the gear assembly. This could result in impaired steering, including the loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Product details

Product
  • Reduced Steering Control
  • 2013 Fusion
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Model numbers
2013 Fusion
UPCs

What you should do

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering gear, free of charge. The recall began on June 17, 2013. Ford's recall number is 13S06. Owners may contact the Ford customer relationship center at 1-866-436-7332.

View the official CPSC notice