Ford Police Interceptor Recalls (2013-2017)
The Ford Police Interceptor has been the subject of 3 recall campaigns on record with NHTSA across the 2013 to 2017 model years. They cluster mostly around the fuel system and steering.
The Ford Police Interceptor scores 49 out of 100 (grade C), a roughly average recall record. That score reflects how serious the recalls are rather than how many. 100% involve a critical safety system, none carried a do-not-drive warning, and 0% were issued in the last three years. How the score works.
Those 3 campaigns span 2 model years of the Ford Police Interceptor. The single largest affected 390,783 vehicles, over fuel system. A recall repair is free at a franchised dealer and most never expire, so an older open recall is still worth fixing. Beyond recalls, you can also see the most common Police Interceptor problems owners report.
The full record is below, grouped first by model year and then listed in detail. Each entry gives the defect NHTSA describes, the safety risk it creates, the manufacturer's remedy, the number of vehicles in that campaign, and the dates. A recall covers a whole production run, so a campaign listed for the Ford Police Interceptor may not apply to your exact vehicle, and one you have already had repaired will still appear in the history. To see what is actually open and unfixed on a specific car, check its 17-digit VIN.
Ford Police Interceptor recalls by model year
Recall activity by model year. Select a year to jump to its recalls below. Older years often carry more recalls simply because defects surface over time.
Ford Police Interceptor recalls by affected system
Which vehicle systems the recalls touch, using NHTSA's component groups. Select a system to see how it is recalled across every make and model.
Recalls by model year
2017 Ford Police Interceptor Recalls
1 recall affects the 2017 Ford Police Interceptor, involving the steering.
2013 Ford Police Interceptor Recalls
2 recalls affect the 2013 Ford Police Interceptor, involving the fuel system.
Every Ford Police Interceptor recall in detail
Steering
- Affected years
- 2017 Ford Police Interceptor
- Vehicles in this recall
- 253
- Reported
- Aug 28, 2017
- Owners notified
- Sep 13, 2017
Defect: 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.
Risk: 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.
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.
NHTSA campaign number 17V530000.
Fuel System
- Affected years
- 2013 Ford Police Interceptor
- Vehicles in this recall
- 868
- Reported
- Dec 2, 2015
- Owners notified
- Dec 21, 2015
Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013 Explorer, Explorer Police Utility, Taurus, Taurus Police Interceptor, Flex, Lincoln MKS, and Lincoln MKT vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the fuel delivery module may crack, allowing fuel to leak.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel delivery module, free of charge. The recall began on December 21, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 13S04-S1.
NHTSA campaign number 15V812000.
Fuel System
- Affected years
- 2013 Ford Police Interceptor
- Vehicles in this recall
- 390,783
- Reported
- May 31, 2013
- Owners notified
- Jul 20, 2013
Defect: Ford is recalling certain model year 2013 Explorer, Taurus, Flex, Fusion, Police Interceptor Sedan and Police Interceptor Utility vehicles; and certain model year 2013 Lincoln MKS, MKT, and MKZ vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the fuel delivery module may develop a crack, allowing fuel to leak.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel delivery module, free of charge. The recall began on July 20, 2013. Owners may contact Ford Motor Company Customer Relationship Center at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's recall campaign number is 13S04.
NHTSA campaign number 13V227000.
Common questions about Ford Police Interceptor recalls
- Does the Ford Police Interceptor have any recalls?
- Yes. NHTSA has 3 recall campaigns on record for the Ford Police Interceptor across the 2013 to 2017 model years. The most common areas are the fuel system and steering.
- How many times has the Ford Police Interceptor been recalled?
- The Ford Police Interceptor has 3 recall campaigns from the 2013 to 2017 model years. A single campaign often covers several model years at once, so the number of recalls is not the same as the number of years affected.
- What is the most serious Ford Police Interceptor recall?
- The most serious recall on record involves the fuel system, affecting 390,783 vehicles. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.
- Which Ford Police Interceptor model year has the most recalls?
- The 2013 Ford Police Interceptor has the most, with 2 recall campaigns on record. Older model years often pick up more recalls over time, since defects can surface years after a car is built.
- How do I check if my Ford Police Interceptor has an open recall?
- Enter your 17-digit VIN on the recall check page. It returns the recalls tied to your exact vehicle straight from NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer, with no expiration on most safety recalls.
Recall data comes from NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation. For how it is sourced and how the safety score is built, see the methodology and data sources. This page is a reference, not legal or safety advice.