Ford Motor Company | NHTSA Recall #24E055000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 24E055000 by Ford Motor Company. Affecting electronic power assist steering (epas) gears, sold as replacement service parts for certain 2018-2023 mustang, 2018-2020 f-150, 2018-2021 expedition, and 2018-2021 navigator vehicles Includes 7,442 affected units, Steering Wheel May Turn Unintentionally, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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electronic power assist steering (epas) gears, sold as replacement service parts for certain 2018-2023 mustang, 2018-2020 f-150, 2018-2021 expedition, and 2018-2021 navigator vehicles

Defect Summary

Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain electronic power assist steering (epas) gears, sold as replacement service parts for certain 2018-2023 mustang, 2018-2020 f-150, 2018-2021 expedition, and 2018-2021 navigator vehicles. the secondary steering torque sensor may not be calibrated properly, which can cause the steering wheel to turn side to side against the driver's intentions.

Corrective Action

Dealers will update the power steering control module (pscm) software or provide a refund, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters explaining the safety risk were mailed august 23, 2024. A second notice will be sent once remedy parts become available, anticipated 4th quarter 2024. owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. ford's number for this recall is 24s45.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 24E055000
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Report Received Date: 2024-07-01T00:00:00
Subject: Steering wheel may turn unintentionally
Component: Steering
Potentially Affected Units: 7,442

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 24S45
Recall Type: Equipment
Defect Summary: Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain electronic power assist steering (epas) gears, sold as replacement service parts for certain 2018-2023 mustang, 2018-2020 f-150, 2018-2021 expedition, and 2018-2021 navigator vehicles. the secondary steering torque sensor may not be calibrated properly, which can cause the steering wheel to turn side to side against the driver's intentions.
Consequence Summary: A steering wheel that turns unintentionally can cause a loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Dealers will update the power steering control module (pscm) software or provide a refund, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters explaining the safety risk were mailed august 23, 2024. A second notice will be sent once remedy parts become available, anticipated 4th quarter 2024. owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. ford's number for this recall is 24s45.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 24E055000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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