CarRecallWatch- Component
- STEERING:COLUMN
- Problem
- 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.
- Risk
- A disconnected steering column can result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- 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.
- 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.nhtsa.gov.
What this recall means for you
The steering column upper shaft bolts on certain 2023 Super Duty trucks may be missing or not tightened properly. This can allow the steering column to separate from the parts it connects to.
If the steering column separates, the driver can lose steering control, which raises the risk of a crash.
The repair is free. Take your truck to an authorized Ford dealer, where technicians will inspect and tighten the steering column upper shaft coupler bolts or install any missing bolts as needed. Owners who received the recall notice mailed June 1, 2023 can also contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Check your vehicle's VIN for open recalls to confirm whether your truck is affected.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Ford F-250 SD | 2023 |
|---|---|
| Ford F-350 SD | 2023 |
| Ford F-450 SD | 2023 |