Recall number R/2007/184

Recall reference

R/2007/184

Recall Type

Car

Recall Date

2008-04-08

Reason for concern

POWER STEERING MAY FAIL WITH ENSUING RISK OF FIRE

Reason for recall

It has been established that the high pressure connection to the power assisted steering pump could detach. Should this incur loss of steering assistance would ensue. Additionally hydraulic fluid could leak onto the exhaust with the attendant risk of fire.

Remedy

To prevent such an occurrence recalled vehicles will have the subject power assisted steering pipe fitted with a retaining collar.

How to check if the vehicle is recalled

Contact the local FORD dealership or manufacturer. You will not need to pay for anything involving the recall.

How the manufacturer will repair

The Recalled vehicles will have the fixing checked and corrected as necessary by and official FORD service.

FORD Reference ID

7C143

Number of affected FORD cars

51712