Recall 17V427000: 2017 Lincoln MKZ and 2 other models

Report received

Jul 6, 2017

Manufacturer

Ford Motor Company

Potentially affected

6,026vehicles

Model years

2017

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

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.

Possible consequence

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.

Remedy

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.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 2017 Ford Edge1,377 complaints
• 2017 Ford Fusion1,115 complaints
• 2017 Lincoln MKZ141 complaints