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2015 Ford Taurus Recall NHTSA 15V605000

Release Date:
Applicable Country:
USA
NHTSA Campaign Number:
15V605000
Manufacturer:
Ford Motor Company
Component(s):
  • FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
    • STORAGE
      • TANK ASSEMBLY
        • MOUNTING

Summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015 Ford Taurus, Lincoln MKS, and 2016 Ford Explorer vehicles manufactured on July 24, 2015. During vehicle production, the fuel tank attachment bolts may not have been properly tightened. As a result, the fuel tank straps may fracture and the fuel tank could separate from the vehicle.

Remedy

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the fuel tank attachment bolts, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on October 19, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S26.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Other Vehicles Affected By This Recall

Other Recalls For The 2015 Ford Taurus

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