Fracture wheel studs
Defect 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.
Safety Consequence
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.
Corrective Action
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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FAQ: Recall 11V574000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 11V574000?
NHTSA recall 11V574000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on December 7, 2011. It addresses: Fracture wheel studs. The recall affects approximately 128,616 vehicles, with the defect involving the Wheels component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 11V574000 or the manufacturer campaign number 11S23. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.