2017 FORD Fusion recalls

NHTSA campaigns received 2010 to 2026-09-30 that list the 2017 model year.

The 2017 FORD Fusion is covered by 4 recall campaigns. Repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN to see which are still open.

Campaign	Received	Component
23V162000	2023-03-10	Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
18V167000	2018-03-12	Steering › Steering Wheel/Handle Bar
17V427000	2017-07-06	Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Torque Converter
16V874000	2016-12-05	Seats › Mid/Rear Assembly

Each recall: problem, risk and fix

Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings (23V162000, 2023-03-10)

Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Fusion and Lincoln MKZ vehicles. The front brake hoses may rupture and leak brake fluid.

Risk: A brake fluid leak will increase brake pedal travel and extend the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Free fix: Dealers will replace the front brake hoses, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 27, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S12.

Ford Motor Company · 1,280,726 vehicles · NHTSA record

Steering › Steering Wheel/Handle Bar (18V167000, 2018-03-12)

Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Lincoln MKZ and Ford Fusion vehicles. The steering wheel retaining bolt may loosen allowing the steering wheel to detach while driving.

Risk: A steering wheel detachment can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Free fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering wheel bolt with a longer bolt, free of charge. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18S08.

Ford Motor Company · 1,301,986 vehicles · NHTSA record

Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Torque Converter (17V427000, 2017-07-06)

Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 Lincoln MKZ and Ford Edge and Fusion vehicles. On vehicles with 2.0L gas engines and six-speed automatic transmissions, the torque converter weld studs may have been inadequately welded.

Risk: If the torque converter weld studs fail, the torque converter will not be connected to the engine flexplate and the vehicle will lose the ability to move, increasing the risk of a crash.

Free fix: Ford or Lincoln will notify owners, and dealers will replace the torque converters, free of charge. The recall began August 25, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17S16.

Ford Motor Company · 6,026 vehicles · NHTSA record

Seats › Mid/Rear Assembly (16V874000, 2016-12-05)

Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 Ford Fusion vehicles manufactured September 27, 2016, to September 28, 2016. The left rear seat backs pivot pins may have been improperly welded.

Risk: During a crash, the improper welds may fail, allowing any stowed luggage to move into the passenger compartment, increasing the risk of injury.

Free fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left hand, second row seat back frame, free of charge. The recall began January 10, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S43.

Ford Motor Company · 25 vehicles · NHTSA record

A recall covers a make, model and year range; whether one specific vehicle is affected or already repaired is confirmed by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or by a dealer. Recall repairs are free. Source: NHTSA recall flat file (public domain), campaigns received since January 2010.

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