Ford Recalls 2017 Edge, Fusion, and Lincoln MKZ for Torque Converter Defect
Ford is recalling 2017 Edge, Fusion, and Lincoln MKZ vehicles with 2.0L engines and six-speed automatics because torque converter weld studs may be inadequate, risking loss of vehicle movement.
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).
The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (torque converter weld failure) that results in the loss of vehicle movement, which the source text explicitly states increases the risk of a crash.
Plain-English summary
Ford Motor Company is recalling certain 2017 Lincoln MKZ, Ford Edge, and Ford Fusion vehicles. This recall affects vehicles equipped with 2.0L gas engines and six-speed automatic transmissions. The defect involves torque converter weld studs that may have been inadequately welded.
If the torque converter weld studs fail, the torque converter will not be connected to the engine flexplate. This failure causes the vehicle to lose the ability to move, which increases the risk of a crash.
Ford or Lincoln will notify owners, and dealers will replace the torque converters free of charge. The recall began on August 25, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17S16. Owners may also contact the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 or visit www.safercar.gov.
The recalled product
- Product
- LINCOLN, FORD MKZ, FUSION, EDGE
- Brand
- LINCOLN
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Category
- Vehicle — Powertrain
- Affected units
- 6,026
Is your product affected?
Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.
Model numbers (3)
- MKZ
- FUSION
- EDGE
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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