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NHTSARecalled Aug 22, 2014 · #14V514000

Steering Gears Missing Ball Bearings

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect, Do not drive

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Description

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2014 Focus and C-Max vehicles manufactured August 8, 2014, to August 15, 2014. The affected vehicles may have steering gears that were incorrectly assembled. The incorrectly manufactured steering gears may cause impaired steering, including the loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Product details

Product
  • Steering Gears Missing Ball Bearings
  • 2014 Focus and C-Max
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Model numbers
2014 Focus
UPCs

What you should do

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering gears, free of charge. The recall began on November 11, 2014. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-800-392-3673. Ford's number for this recall is 14S18.

View the official CPSC notice