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NHTSA model-year recall report

2017 Ford Police Interceptor Utilit Recalls

1 campaign in our verified NHTSA snapshot, with source consequences, remedies, and VIN-specific next steps.

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NHTSA campaigns

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Affected systems

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Urgent advisories

Aug 28, 2017

Latest campaign date

At a glance

What the record says

This model year's count is below the Ford Police Interceptor Utilit average of 1.5 campaigns per listed year. That is context only—not proof that this year is safer or less safe.

The most frequent affected category is Steering, appearing in 1 campaign.

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Source campaign records

All 2017 Ford Police Interceptor Utilit recall campaigns

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NHTSA campaign 17V530000

Steering

Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company

Reported Aug 28, 2017

What is recalled

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 Explorer, Taurus and Police Interceptor Utility and Sedan vehicles. The steering gear heat shield fasteners may corrode, allowing the heat shield to detach.

Safety consequence

If the heat shield detaches, the steering gear may overheat, increasing the steering effort required by the driver, especially at lower speeds, and increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Ford will notify owners, and dealers to inspect and replace the heat shield fasteners as needed, free of charge. The recall began on September 13, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17S23.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

Other Ford Police Interceptor Utilit model years

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Other 2017 Ford recall reports

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2017 Ford Police Interceptor Utilit recall questions

How many recalls does the 2017 Ford Police Interceptor Utilit have?

This verified dataset contains 1 NHTSA campaign associated with the 2017 Ford Police Interceptor Utilit. A campaign can apply to some, not all, vehicles of the same model year.

Does this confirm an open recall for my 2017 Ford Police Interceptor Utilit?

No. This page is a model-year campaign history. Use NHTSA's official lookup or an authorized dealer to confirm whether a campaign applies to your exact VIN and whether the repair remains open.

Are vehicle recall repairs free?

When a safety recall campaign applies to your VIN, the manufacturer remedy is generally provided at no charge through an authorized dealer. Confirm eligibility and scheduling with the manufacturer or dealer.

Source: NHTSA. Dataset includes campaigns through Jul 30, 2026. Last processed Aug 8, 2026. Methodology