NHTSA Complaint #11680455 — 2017 FORD C-MAX
STEERING issue reported to NHTSA
Complaint Details
| ODI Number | 11680455 |
| Vehicle | 2017 FORD C-MAX |
| Component | STEERING |
| Date of Incident | |
| Date Filed | |
| Mileage | 43,896 miles |
| Crash | No |
| Fire | No |
| Injuries | 0 |
| Deaths | 0 |
| Vehicle Towed | No |
| State | VT |
Consumer Description
The contact owns a 2017 Ford C-Max Hybrid. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel detached from the steering column. The contact stated that the steering wheel had loosened. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with a detached steering wheel bolt. The contact was informed that the steering wheel bolt needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, and a case was filed. The failure mileage was approximately 43,896.
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