FORD TRANSIT 2024: STEERING:COLUMN

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 24V591000

Make Model Year
FORD TRANSIT 2024
Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2024-08-09 2024-08-09

Manufacturers Involved: Ford Motor Company

Manufacturer Campaign Number: 24S48

Component: STEERING:COLUMN

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 1902

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Ford Motor Company "Ford" is recalling certain 2023-2024 Transit vehicles. The steering column intermediate shaft may have been secured to the steering gear pinion shaft with an incorrect bolt, which can result in the separation of steering components and cause a loss of steering control.

Consequence

A loss of steering control can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the steering column intermediate shaft bolt, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed August 22, 2024. A second notice will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S48.

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.safercar.gov.