2023 Ford F-250 SD, Ford F-350 SD, Ford F-450 SD: Steering recall
NHTSA campaign 23V344000 · 19 units potentially affected · filed May 12, 2023
What's wrong
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.
Why it matters
A disconnected steering column can result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
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.
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
- 23V344000
- Manufacturer no.
- 23S22
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Component
- STEERING:COLUMN
- Units affected
- 19
- Report received
- May 12, 2023
- Owner letters
- Jun 1, 2023
- 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-250 SD 2023
- Ford F-350 SD 2023
- Ford F-450 SD 2023