The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·24V591000·Announced 2024-08-09

Ford Recalls 2023-2024 Transit Vehicles for Steering Column Bolt Defect

Ford is recalling 2023-2024 Transit vehicles because an incorrect steering column bolt may cause loss of steering control, increasing crash risk.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect in the steering system that can cause loss of control and increase crash risk, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Ford Motor Company is recalling certain 2023-2024 Transit vehicles due to a defect in the steering column. The steering column intermediate shaft may have been secured to the steering gear pinion shaft with an incorrect bolt. This error can result in the separation of steering components, leading to a loss of steering control.

A loss of steering control can increase the risk of a crash. The recall affects 2023 and 2024 model year Ford Transit vehicles.

Dealers will replace the steering column intermediate shaft bolt free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 14, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
FORD TRANSIT
Brand
FORD
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Category
Vehicle — Steering System
Hazard
Affected units
1,902

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • TRANSIT

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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