NHTSASTEERING
Ford Motor Company - Steering Wheel May Turn Unintentionally
Published: June 28, 2024Recall ID: 24E055000Category: vehiclesCountry: US
Reason for Recall / Hazard
A steering wheel that turns unintentionally can cause a loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash.
Product Description & Identification
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.
Affected Products
Steering Wheel May Turn Unintentionally
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Subject | Steering Wheel May Turn Unintentionally |
| Nhtsa id | 24E055000 |
| Component | STEERING |
| Recall link › Url | https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=24E055000 |
| Recall link › Description | Go to Recall |
| Recall type | Equipment |
| Do not drive | No |
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| 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. |
| Completion rate | 4.62 |
| Corrective action | Dealers will update the Power Steering Control Module (PSCM) software or provide a refund, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 16, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S45. |
| Consequence summary | A steering wheel that turns unintentionally can cause a loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash. |
| Mfr campaign number | 24S45 |
| Potentially affected | 7442 |
| Report received date | 2024-06-28T00:00:00.000 |
| Fire risk when parked | No |