This page covers 2 recalls and EPA fuel economy for the 2011 Ford Flex.
18–19 mpg combined
12.4–13.1 L/100km
Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 3 tested variants for this model year.
The 2011 Ford Flex has 2 recalls, the most serious being a potential loss of electric power steering assist that forces the driver to steer with significantly more effort at low speeds, raising the risk of a crash.
The second recall involves the driver's frontal airbag, which can inflate improperly during the second stage of deployment in a high-speed crash. Rather than cushioning the driver as intended, an incorrectly inflated airbag raises the risk of injury in the collision it is meant to protect against. This recall only affects certain vehicles equipped with a 3.5L GTDI engine.
At a glance
What can fail
The driver's front air bag may inflate too forcefully during the second stage of deployment in a high-speed crash, potentially causing injury.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect and replace the driver's front air bag module as needed at no cost.
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Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The electric power steering assist system may shut down due to a steering motor sensor fault, potentially eliminating power steering.
What the fix does
Dealers will check the steering control module for fault codes. If found, the steering gear is replaced. If none are found, the steering control module software is updated.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
