2017 Ford Edge, Ford Fusion and others recall: torque converter
Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall on July 6, 2017. It covers about 6,026 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 6,026
- reported
- Jul 6, 2017
- owners notified
- Aug 25, 2017
- related complaints
- 488
Power train: automatic transmission: torque converter
- What is wrong
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 Lincoln MKZ and Ford Edge and Fusion vehicles. On vehicles with 2.0L gas engines and six-speed automatic transmissions, the torque converter weld studs may have been inadequately welded.
- Risk
- If the torque converter weld studs fail, the torque converter will not be connected to the engine flexplate and the vehicle will lose the ability to move, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Ford or Lincoln will notify owners, and dealers will replace the torque converters, free of charge. The recall began August 25, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17S16.
Recall number 17V427000
Affected vehicles
- Ford Edge 2017 2017
- Ford Fusion 2017 2017
- Lincoln MKZ 2017 2017
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 488 complaints about transmission problems.
Questions about recall 17V427000
Is there a recall on the 2017 Ford Edge, Ford Fusion and others torque converter?
Yes. Recall 17V427000, reported on July 6, 2017, covers about 6,026 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 17V427000?
Ford or Lincoln will notify owners, and dealers will replace the torque converters, free of charge. The recall began August 25, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17S16.
Is the recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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