Ford Halts C-Max, Focus Sales for Steering Fix
Ford Motor Co. is recalling C-Max and Focus cars manufactured in the Michigan Assembly Plant in the August 8 15 period.
Ford Motor Co. is recalling C-Max and Focus cars manufactured in the Michigan Assembly Plant in the August 8 15 period. The company is concerned about a lack of adequate ball bearings in the steering gear assembly. This may result in other ball bearings failing, potentially leading to loss of steering control and increased risks of a crash. Ford confirms that none of the affected vehicles were yet sold to customers, although 32 were on dealer lots. (Zack's Equity Research)
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