Ford Recalls 2019 Expedition and Lincoln Navigator for Rear Suspension Defect
Ford is recalling 2019 Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles because rear suspension fasteners may not be properly tightened, which could cause a sudden change in vehicle handling.
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 in the rear suspension that can cause a sudden change in handling and increase the risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.
Plain-English summary
Ford Motor Company is recalling certain 2019 Ford Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The recall addresses a defect where the rear suspension toe link fasteners may not have been properly tightened to the frame. This issue could allow the toe link to separate from the frame.
A disconnected toe link can cause a sudden change to vehicle handling, increasing the risk of a crash. The recall began on November 14, 2019.
Ford has notified owners, and dealers will inspect and tighten the rear toe link fasteners, check and adjust the rear toe alignment, and inspect the rear tires for abnormal tire wear, replacing them if necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.
The recalled product
- Product
- LINCOLN, FORD NAVIGATOR, EXPEDITION
- Brand
- LINCOLN
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Category
- Vehicle — SUV
- Affected units
- 18
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 (2)
- NAVIGATOR
- EXPEDITION
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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