Ford Taurus X recalled over injury risk

Recall date

April 26, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Ford Motor Company recalls 2008–2012 Ford, Lincoln — 5 models

Recall number

16V247000

Brand / firm

Ford, Lincoln, Mercury

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 695 units

Why it was recalled

An improperly inflated air bag increases the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

What was recalled

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 Ford Flex, 2008 and 2010-2012 Ford Taurus, 2008-2009 Ford Taurus X, 2008 Mercury Sable, 2009 and 2011 Lincoln MKS vehicles. The driver frontal air bag may improperly inflate during second-stage deployment in the event of a high speed crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

What to do

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the driver's frontal air bag module, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on June 13, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16C06.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.