NHTSA Recall 17V672000: Engine
Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 22 vehicles. It affects 2018 Ford F-150.
| NHTSA campaign | 17V672000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 17S37 |
| Component | ENGINE |
| Report received | October 23, 2017 |
| Owner notification | October 24, 2017 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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.
Safety risk
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.
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 17V672000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Ford F-150 | 2018 |
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.