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NHTSARecalled Oct 23, 2017 · #17V672000

Cylinder Heads Incorrectly Machined

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 F-150 vehicles equipped with 3.5L engines. The cylinder heads may have been machined without lubrication supply holes for the camshaft bearing journals. Without a proper supply of lubrication, the engine will fail, causing a stall and increasing the risk of a crash.

Product details

Product
Cylinder Heads Incorrectly Machined
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

Ford is not aware of any affected vehicles outside of dealer control. Should owner contact subsequently be required, arrangements will be made to transport their vehicle to a Ford or Lincoln dealer to have the engine replaced.The recall began October 24, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17S37.

View the official CPSC notice