Ford announces 465,000-vehicle recall due to potential fuel leak
The recall covers the 2013 Ford Fusion sedan, Ford Explorer, Taurus, Flex, Police Utility and Police Interceptor and the Lincoln MKS, MKT and MKZ.
The recall involves 420,000 vehicles in the United States, Canada and Mexico and the rest overseas
Ford said it had received 600 consumer complaints.
A Ford statement said: ‘While a fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire, there have been no reports of fires (and) we are not aware of any accidents or injuries attributed to this condition.’
In a separate recall, 23 2013 Ford Fusions are being recalled to fix steering gears that lack an internal retaining clip, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.
In addition, 500 2013 Lincoln MKZ sedans equipped with engine block heaters are also being recalled to fix electrical cords that can crack in cold weather.
Natalie Middleton
Natalie has worked as a fleet journalist for nearly 20 years, previously as assistant editor on the former Company Car magazine before joining Fleet World in 2006. Prior to this, she worked on a range of B2B titles, including Insurance Age and Insurance Day. Natalie edits all the Fleet World websites and newsletters, and loves to hear about any latest industry news - or gossip.
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