Suspension bushes are designed to absorb road bumps, reduce noise and vibrations, and reduce unnecessary movement. As you might have guessed, if yours begin to wear, you’ll likely experience a few noticeable issues.
Have there been any bushing-related recalls for the Ford Fusion?
There is one where the shift cable may detach due to a damaged bushing. Thankfully, as with all recalls, Ford will take care of things free of charge.
In this article, we’ll cover everything you need to know about this Ford Fusion recall, including the steps to get it resolved.
Vehicle Rollaway Caused by Shift Cable Bushing
NHTSA Recall ID: 19V362000
The shift cable ensures that the vehicle can shift between gears and that the vehicle is in the gear the driver intended. Shift cables and their components are an integral part of the operation of a vehicle.
Some Ford Fusions have a shift cable that detaches from the rest of the shifting assembly due to a damaged or faulty bushing. When this bushing fails, and the shift cable detaches, the vehicle can roll away unexpectedly.
That can lead to crashes and has the potential for serious bodily injury.
Dealers will replace the bushing in the shift cable to correct this problem.
The Right Way to Handle a Ford Fusion Bushing Recall
For anyone who isn’t sure if a recall is issued for their Ford Fusion, a visit to the NHTSA website is the right choice. There, you can input your VIN and see if your vehicle is affected. You’ll also be able to search by year, make, and model information to see what kinds of recalls are listed.
If you find that there’s a recall listed for your vehicle, you should call Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 and learn about the next steps. You can also determine where you should take your vehicle and what to expect during the recall repair process.
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