Explorer 2WD V6-4.0L VIN K (2007)
Steering Gear Mount: All Technical Service Bulletins
Recall 07V181000: Steering Gear Mounting Bolt Replacment
MAKE/MODELS: MODEL/BUILD YEARS:
Ford/Explorer 2007
Ford/Explorer Sport Trac 2007
MANUFACTURER: Ford Motor Company
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 07V181000 MFR'S REPORT DATE: April 24, 2007
COMPONENT: Steering
POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED: 11
SUMMARY:
On certain sport utility vehicles, the two bolts that attach the steering gear assembly to the frame may have been over-tightened. This condition could
result in one or both of the bolts fracturing, causing the steering gear to become loose.
CONSEQUENCE:
This condition could cause "clunking" noise when steering as well as decreased steering effectiveness potentially resulting in a crash.
REMEDY:
Dealers will replace both the steering gear assembly mounting bolts and nuts free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on or about May 5, 2007.
Owners may contact Ford at 1-800-392-3673.
NOTES:
Ford recall No. 07S52. Customers may contact The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY:
1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
