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2017-2018 Ford Taurus recall: ignition

Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall on March 1, 2018. It covers about 2,100 vehicles.

vehicles affected
2,100
reported
Mar 1, 2018
owners notified
May 11, 2018
related complaints
18

Electrical system: ignition

What is wrong
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Ford Taurus vehicles equipped with mechanical key ignition systems. The keys for these vehicles may be able to be removed from the ignition when transmission is not in the PARK position. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 114, "Theft Protection."
Risk
If the key is removed from the ignition while the vehicle is not in the PARK position and the parking brake is not applied, the vehicle may roll away, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the shifter assembly, free of charge. The recall began May 11, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18C02.

Recall number 18V141000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 18 complaints about electrical problems.

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Questions about recall 18V141000

Is there a recall on the 2017-2018 Ford Taurus ignition?

Yes. Recall 18V141000, reported on March 1, 2018, covers about 2,100 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 18V141000?

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the shifter assembly, free of charge. The recall began May 11, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18C02.

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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