NHTSA Complaint #11648725 — 2003 FORD F-150

STEERING issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11648725
Vehicle	2003 FORD F-150
Component	STEERING
Date of Incident	March 17, 2025
Date Filed	March 17, 2025
Mileage	175,000 miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	CA

Consumer Description

The contact owns a 2003 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel became inoperable. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the steering wheel felt very loose and was difficult to turn. The vehicle was restarted. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 175,000.

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