Recall
Ford Edge — 18V612000
NHTSA ID
18V612000
Make
Ford
Model
Edge
Years Affected
2018
Recall Date
2018-09-11
Component
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
Units Affected
503
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
18C06
Summary
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 Ford Edge and Lincoln MKX vehicles. These vehicles may have door striker bolts that are shorter than intended. Vehicles with shorter door striker bolts fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 206, "Door Locks and Door Retention Components" potentially resulting in the doors opening in the event of a crash.
Consequence
If the doors open in the event of a crash, there is an increased risk of injury.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the door striker bolts, free of charge. The recall began October 18, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18C06.