NHTSA recall 23V-344: Steering

Ford Motor Company · Reported May 12, 2023 · 1 affected model year

Steering recall

23V-344
May 12, 2023 · Ford Motor Company
Problem
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.
Safety risk
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.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign number23V344000
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
Report dateMay 12, 2023
ComponentSteering:Column
Fixed over the airNo

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.

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Affected vehicles

2023 Ford F-45013 recalls total

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