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2020 Lincoln Aviator recall — NHTSA 21V154000

Ford Motor Company · 21V154000 · NHTSA source

Informational only. ProductGuru indexes the public NHTSA Vehicle Recalls register as a finding aid. Consult the manufacturer or an authorised dealer for the official remedy status for your specific VIN. For the authoritative record, visit nhtsa.gov campaign 21V154000. If your vehicle is subject to a "Park It / Park Outside" advisory, contact your dealer immediately.

Identity

NHTSA Campaign Number
21V154000
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Make
Lincoln
Model
Aviator
Model year(s)
2020
Affected component
SUSPENSION:REAR
Report received

Summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Lincoln Aviator and Ford Explorer vehicles. The rear lower control arm (RLCA) bolts that attach the rear lower control arms to the wheel knuckles may not have been heat-treated, which could cause them to break.

Source: NHTSA campaign 21V154000

Consequence

Broken RLCA bolts can cause a loss of steering control, and increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace both RLCA bolts, free of charge. The recall began on April 2, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S11.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Provenance

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration · campaign 21V154000 · verify on nhtsa.gov. Dataset: NHTSA Vehicle Recalls register.

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