FORD F-250 SD 2023: STEERING:COLUMN

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 23V344000

Make Model Year
FORD F-250 SD 2023
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2023-06-01 2023-05-12 2023-05-15

Manufacturers Involved: Ford Motor Company

Manufacturer Campaign Number: 23S22

Component: STEERING:COLUMN

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 19

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Ford Motor Company "Ford" is recalling certain 2023 Super Duty F-250, F-350, and F-450 vehicles. The steering column upper shaft bolts may be missing or improperly tightened, resulting in possible separation of the steering column from the adjoining components.

Consequence

A disconnected steering column can result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and tighten the steering column upper shaft coupler bolts, or install any missing bolts, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 1, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S22.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.nhtsa.gov.