Ford Safety Recall 18S09: Transmission Park Pawl Inspection

This document outlines Safety Recall 18S09 issued by Ford Motor Company, concerning specific 2017-2018 model year Ford F-150, 2018 Ford Expedition, 2018 Lincoln Navigator, and 2018 Ford Mustang vehicles equipped with a 10R80 transmission.

Recall Overview

The recall addresses a potential issue where the park pawl guide cup roll pin may not have been installed correctly. If missing, the guide cup could shift, potentially leading to a loss of the transmission's Park function. This could allow the vehicle to move unintentionally, posing a risk of injury or crash. Dealers are instructed to inspect and install the roll pin if absent on affected vehicles before demonstration or delivery.

Affected Vehicles and Build Dates

The recall impacts the following vehicles:

  • F-150: 2017-2018 model years, built between October 20, 2016, and March 5, 2018 (Dearborn plant), and December 22, 2016, and February 26, 2018 (Kansas plant).
  • Expedition: 2018 model year, built between November 28, 2017, and February 14, 2018 (Kentucky plant).
  • Navigator: 2018 model year, built between December 13, 2017, and March 8, 2018 (Kentucky plant).
  • Mustang: 2018 model year, built between November 6, 2017, and February 12, 2018 (Flatrock plant).

Affected vehicles can be identified via OASIS and FSA VIN Lists.

Service Action and Owner Notification

Dealers must perform this inspection and repair at no cost to the owner. Owner notification letters were scheduled to be mailed the week of April 16, 2018. Dealers are required by federal law to complete this recall service before delivering any new vehicle.

Technical Information and Assistance

Detailed service procedures, including labor allowances and parts ordering information for the roll pin (Part Number: HL3Z-7G100-A), are provided. For questions or assistance, dealers can contact the Special Service Support Center (SSSC) via the Professional Technician Society (PTS) website.

For more details on Ford's service actions, visit Ford.com.

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