Ford Taurus recalled over injury risk

Recall date

January 28, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Ford Motor Company recalls 2010–2013 Ford Taurus, Mks

Recall number

15V040000

Brand / firm

Ford, Lincoln

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 194,889 units

Why it was recalled

If the interior door handle return spring is unseated, the door may unlatch in the event of a side impact crash, increasing the risk of personal injury.

What was recalled

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2010-2013 Ford Taurus vehicles manufactured December 1, 2009, to July 31, 2010, and 2011-2013 Lincoln MKS vehicles manufactured June 1, 2011, to October 31, 2011. In the affected vehicles, the interior door handle return spring may unseat, resulting in interior door handle that does not return to the fully stowed position after actuation.

What to do

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect all four of the interior door handles and either repair or replace them, free of charge. The recall began March 23, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S02.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.