2016 FORD EXPLORER
2016 FORD EXPLORER Recall Title: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:MOUNTING
2016 FORD EXPLORER Recall Date: 2015-09-28
2016 FORD EXPLORER NHTSA Recall Campaign Number: 15V605000
2016 FORD EXPLORER Recall Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
2016 FORD EXPLORER Recall Component(s): FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:MOUNTING
2016 FORD EXPLORER Recall - Potential Number of Units Affected: 203
2016 FORD EXPLORER Recall Overview: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015 Ford Taurus, Lincoln MKS, and 2016 Ford Explorer vehicles manufactured on July 24, 2015. During vehicle production, the fuel tank attachment bolts may not have been properly tightened. As a result, the fuel tank straps may fracture and the fuel tank could separate from the vehicle.
Just What Is a Car Recall? Car Safety Recall Definition - A safety recall is an automotive manufacturer's way of notifying vehicle customers that their product has a flaw. The automobile problem is serious enough that if you do not correct the flaw your and/or your passengers' safety could be at risk. Generally recalls are initiated by the US Government, but sometimes individual car manufacturers will pre-emptively initiate a recall.
Where Do I Find My VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)? Look on the lower left of your car’s windshield for your 17-digit Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). Your VIN is also located on your car’s registration card, and it may be shown on your insurance card.
Auto Tip - How Do I Find Out If My Vehicle Has A Recall? ==> An easy way to determine if you have an active car recall is to just enter your VIN number at the top of this page and CarFax will report if there are any issues at all with your vehicle. The CarFax Report image looks like this:
2016 FORD EXPLORER Recall 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.