Mercury Recall 11S23: Fracture Wheel Studs

2011 Mercury Milan

While driving, multiple stud fractures could occur at the wheel location, and the operator may experience vehicle vibration and/or wheel separation, increasing the risk of a crash.

Wheels — Lugs/Nuts/Bolts/Studs

Summary
Ford is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 Ford Fusion and Mercury Milan vehicles equipped with 17 inch steel wheels and built from April 1, 2009, through April 30, 2009, and from December 1, 2009, through November 13, 2010. The wheel studs may fracture, potentially causing a wheel to separate.
Actions
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear brake disc surface for flatness and replace the discs as necessary. Additionally, the wheel lug nuts will be replaced on all four wheels. The safety recall is expected to begin on or about January 24, 2012. Owners may contact the Ford Motor Company customer relationship center at 1-866-436-7332.
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Date Announced
DEC 07, 2011
Vehicles Affected
128,616
Mercury Recall #
11S23
NHTSA Campaign #
11V574000
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