2020–2022 Ford F-59: Steering recall
NHTSA campaign 22V145000 · 72 units potentially affected · filed Mar 11, 2022
What's wrong
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.
Why it matters
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.
The fix
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.
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.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 22V145000
- Manufacturer no.
- 22S13
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Component
- STEERING:CRITICAL FASTENERS
- Units affected
- 72
- Report received
- Mar 11, 2022
- Owner letters
- Apr 1, 2022
- Type
- Vehicle
Check whether your vehicle is included with the official NHTSA VIN lookup or your dealer. Repairs for safety recalls are free.
Vehicles covered
- Ford F-59 2020, 2021, 2022