NHTSA Recall 07V453000: Cooling unit and lines (power train)
FORD MOTOR COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,497 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Ford Explorer.
| NHTSA campaign | 07V453000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 07S56 |
| Component | POWER TRAIN › AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION › COOLING UNIT AND LINES |
| Report received | September 26, 2007 |
| Owner notification | August 30, 2007 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with the 4.6l engine and 6r transmission, the bolt securing the transmission oil cooler line fittings at the transmission may not have been sufficiently torqued during vehicle assembly. As a result, the bolt may loosen and the transmission oil cooler lines may disengage from the transmission, causing a transmission fluid leak.
Safety risk
If leaking transmission fluid contacts the catalytic converter, it may pose a risk of fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and have the transmission cooler line attachment bolt tightened free of charge. The recall began on august 30, 2007. Owners may contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.
Notes
Ford recall no. 07s56.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 07V453000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.