Ford, Lincoln 2015–2016 Fuel System, Gasoline recall
Recalled September 28, 2015 · NHTSA recall 15V605000 · Ford
Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015 Ford Taurus, Lincoln MKS, and 2016 Ford Explorer vehicles manufactured on July 24, 2015. During vehicle production, the fuel tank attachment bolts may not have been properly tightened. As a result, the fuel tank straps may fracture and the fuel tank could separate from the vehicle.
What to do
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the fuel tank attachment bolts, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on October 19, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S26.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Official recall notice on nhtsa.gov →