CarRecallWatch- Component
- STEERING
- Problem
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015 Ford F-150 trucks manufactured March 19, 2015, to March 30, 2015. The affected vehicles may have been built with a steering upper intermediate shaft that was improperly riveted.
- Risk
- If the intermediate shaft was improperly riveted, it could separate from the intermediate shaft flex coupling, resulting in a loss of steering control and increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
- Remedy
- Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the intermediate shaft and replace it, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on May 22, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S17.
- Notes
- 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.
What this recall means for you
Some trucks built in late March 2015 may have a steering upper intermediate shaft that was improperly riveted. Over time, the shaft could separate from its flex coupling, which can cause a loss of steering control and raise the risk of a crash.
Ford will notify affected owners. Dealers will inspect the intermediate shaft and replace it if needed, at no cost to you. To find out whether your truck is included, check your VIN for open recalls on the NHTSA website or contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332, referencing recall 15S17.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Ford F-150 | 2015 |
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