Ford Fusion 2016 Steering Recall: Corroded Bolts Risk Loss of Power Steering
Ford is recalling 2016 Fusion vehicles with corroded steering bolts that could cause loss of power steering, increasing crash risk. Free repairs available by October 18, 2019.
Use caution until it’s fixed
If the bolts corrode, the steering gear motor may detach from the gear housing resulting in a loss of power steering assist, requiring a greater steering effort, especially at lower speeds, and increasing the risk of a crash.
What happened, in plain English
Ford is recalling 2016 Fusion vehicles where corrosion could cause steering bolts to detach, making steering harder and increasing crash risk. Owners must get free repairs to prevent this issue. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1226791-ford-fusion-2016-steering-recall-corroded-bolts-risk-loss-of.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1226791-ford-fusion-2016-steering-recall-corroded-bolts-risk-loss-of · Updated October 5, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #19V632000
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“Ford Fusion 2016 Steering Recall: Corroded Bolts Risk Loss of Power Steering.” GovInfoNow, updated October 5, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1226791-ford-fusion-2016-steering-recall-corroded-bolts-risk-loss-of. Based on NHTSA recall #19V632000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=19V632000).
Why it’s dangerous
Corrosion from road salt or contaminants can cause steering bolts to detach. This makes steering harder, especially at low speeds, and increases crash risk.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2016 Ford Fusion vehicles with corroded steering bolts are affected. Drivers in states where the recall is active are most at risk.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your 2016 Ford Fusion has corroded steering bolts. The recall covers vehicles sold in specific states between 2013-2016.
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What to do — step by step
Contact Ford
Call Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 to schedule a free repair.
Get Bolts Replaced
Ford will replace the steering gear motor bolts and apply a wax sealer to prevent corrosion.
What NHTSA says to do
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering gear motor bolts and apply a wax sealer. If any of the steering gear motor attachment bolts are broken or missing, a new steering gear will be installed in the vehicle. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began October 18, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S26.
Questions people ask
How do I know if my vehicle is affected?
Your 2016 Ford Fusion is affected if it was sold in Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, West Virginia, or Wisconsin.
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Where this comes from
The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #19V632000 (August 29, 2019)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 5, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
- GovInfoNow is an independent service and is not a government agency. We republish official NHTSA recall data; we don’t issue, amend or administer recalls.