Suspension: rearRecall 19V-773 · Ford and Lincoln vehicles
Ford Motor Company recall 19V-773 covers 18 Ford and Lincoln vehicles for a suspension: rear problem, reported to NHTSA on October 28, 2019. The manufacturer's latest report (2021 Q1) shows 78% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 19V773000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019 Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The rear suspension toe link fasteners may not have been properly tightened to the frame, possibly allowing separation from the frame.
The risk
A disconnected toe link can cause a sudden change to vehicle handling, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Ford has notified owners, and dealers will inspect and tighten the rear toe link fasteners, check and adjust the rear toe alignment, and inspect the rear tires for abnormal tire wear, replacing them if necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began November 14, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S36.
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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
78%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from September 5, 2019 to September 6, 2019. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.