Ford Motor Company | model year 2013 f-53 motorhome stripped chassis vehicles manufactured from july 10, 2012 through july 13, 2012 | NHTSA Recall #12V422000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 12V422000 by Ford Motor Company. Affecting model year 2013 f-53 motorhome stripped chassis vehicles manufactured from july 10, 2012 through july 13, 2012 Includes 31 affected units, Unapproved Steering Gear Adapter Plate Fastener, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Vehicle Make / Model
model year 2013 f-53 motorhome stripped chassis vehicles manufactured from july 10, 2012 through july 13, 2012
Defect Summary
Ford is recalling certain model year 2013 f-53 motorhome stripped chassis vehicles manufactured from july 10, 2012 through july 13, 2012. theses vehicles were assembled with incorrect steering gear adapter plate retention fasteners. steering gear adapter plate fasteners could lead to torque loss in the steering gear attachment, potentionally leading to loosening and subsequent separation of the stearing gear over time.
Corrective Action
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering gear adapter plate retention fasteners, free of charge. the safety recall was completed on september 7, 2012. owners may contact ford at 1-866-436-7332.