NHTSA Recall 13V232000: Steering
Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 20 vehicles. It affects 2013 Ford Fusion.
| NHTSA campaign | 13V232000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 13S06 |
| Component | STEERING |
| Report received | May 31, 2013 |
| Owner notification | June 17, 2013 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Ford is recalling certain model year 2013 Fusion vehicles manufactured April 19, 2013, through April 23, 2013. The steering gears may be missing an internal retaining clip. If the clip is missing, components inside the steering gear may become dislodged inside the gear assembly.
Safety risk
This could result in impaired steering, including the loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering gear, free of charge. The recall began on June 17, 2013. Ford's recall number is 13S06. Owners may contact the Ford customer relationship center at 1-866-436-7332.
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 13V232000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Ford Fusion | 2013 |
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.