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NHTSARecalled Mar 11, 2022 · #22V145000

Improperly Installed Steering Shaft Bolt

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 F-59 vehicles. The bolt that secures the intermediate steering shaft to the steering gear box may be improperly tightened, which could result in separation of the intermediate steering shaft from the steering gear box. Separation of the intermediate steering shaft from the steering gear box can result in the loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Product details

Product
Improperly Installed Steering Shaft Bolt
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

Dealers will inspect the intermediate shaft bolt, replacing it if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 1, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S13.

View the official CPSC notice