Recall
Ford F-150 — 17V672000
NHTSA ID
17V672000
Make
Ford
Model
F-150
Years Affected
2018
Recall Date
2017-10-23
Component
ENGINE
Units Affected
22
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
17S37
Summary
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 F-150 vehicles equipped with 3.5L engines. The cylinder heads may have been machined without lubrication supply holes for the camshaft bearing journals.
Consequence
Without a proper supply of lubrication, the engine will fail, causing a stall and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Ford is not aware of any affected vehicles outside of dealer control. Should owner contact subsequently be required, arrangements will be made to transport their vehicle to a Ford or Lincoln dealer to have the engine replaced.The recall began October 24, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17S37.