Recall 16V-621: 2013–2015 Ford Flex, 2013–2015 Ford Taurus and 3 more
Ford Motor Company recall for fuel system, gasoline, reported to NHTSA on Aug 25, 2016, covering about 77,502 vehicles.
The problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Ford Taurus, Ford Flex, Lincoln MKS and Lincoln MKT vehicles equipped with 3.5L GTDI Ecoboost engines and 2013-2015 Ford Taurus Police Interceptor vehicles. A component within the fuel pump electric module (PEM) may overheat causing a loss of electrical power to the fuel pump.
The risk
A loss of power to the fuel pump will cause the engine to stall or prevent the vehicle from starting, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel PEM part number and replace the fuel PEM, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 1, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S31.
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.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
|---|---|
| Component | Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 16V621000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Ford Flex | 2013, 2014, 2015 | All years |
| Ford Taurus | 2013, 2014, 2015 | All years |
| Ford Taurus Police Interceptor | 2013, 2014, 2015 | All years |
| Lincoln MKS | 2013, 2014, 2015 | All years |
| Lincoln MKT | 2013, 2014, 2015 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V-621?
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Ford Taurus, Ford Flex, Lincoln MKS and Lincoln MKT vehicles equipped with 3.5L GTDI Ecoboost engines and 2013-2015 Ford Taurus Police Interceptor vehicles. A component within the fuel pump electric module (PEM) may overheat causing a loss of electrical power to the fuel pump.
How is recall 16V-621 fixed?
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel PEM part number and replace the fuel PEM, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 1, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S31.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.