FORD CROWN VICTORIA (2011) recall — Steering
If the lower bearing separates, the vehicle may experience a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recall notice
If the lower bearing separates, the vehicle may experience a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
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Source Page by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1252464-ford-crown-victoria-2011-recall-steering · Recall date August 29, 2013 · Official notice: NHTSA #13V385000
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“FORD CROWN VICTORIA (2011) recall — Steering.” GovInfoNow, recall dated August 29, 2013. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1252464-ford-crown-victoria-2011-recall-steering. Based on NHTSA recall #13V385000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=13V385000).
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What NHTSA says to do
Ford will notify owners and dealers will replace the lower intermediate shaft, free of charge. The upper intermediate shaft and steering column lower bearing will be inspected to identify any damage that may have occurred as a result of lower intermediate shaft corrosion, and repaired or replaced as necessary. If the steering column lower bearing has separated, a retainer clip will be installed. The recall began on October 23, 2013. Owners may contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's recall number is 13S08.
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Subject: Recall 13V385000 — Ford Motor Company FORD CROWN VICTORIA (2011) recall — Steering Hello, I own a FORD CROWN VICTORIA (2011) recall — Steering that is covered by recall 13V385000 from Ford Motor Company. The official recall notice states: Ford will notify owners and dealers will replace the lower intermediate shaft, free of charge. The upper intermediate shaft and steering column lower bearing will be inspected to identify any damage that may have occurred as a result of lower intermediate shaft corrosion, and repaired or replaced as necessary. If the steering column lower bearing has separated, a retainer clip will be installed. The recall began on October 23, 2013. Owners may contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's recall number is 13S08. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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- Official source: NHTSA Recall #13V385000 (August 29, 2013)
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