Ford Steering Tie Rod: Steering recall
NHTSA campaign 24E061000 · 42 units potentially affected · filed Jul 19, 2024
What's wrong
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain tie rod assemblies, with part numbers FC4Z-3280-FA and FC4Z-3280-HA. The front axle tie rod assemblies may contain ball studs that have been incorrectly heat-treated, which can cause them to break, and possibly result in tie rod failure.
Why it matters
Tie rod failure can cause a loss of vehicle steering control and increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will provide a refund for the front axle tie rod assemblies, free of charge. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S47.
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.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 24E061000
- Manufacturer no.
- 24S47
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Component
- STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
- Units affected
- 42
- Report received
- Jul 19, 2024
- Owner letters
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- Type
- Equipment
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