Recall 15V279000 — STEERING Defect in 2015-2015 FORD F-150
RECALL This recall affects up to 8,963 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 15V279000 |
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Vehicles Affected | 8,963 |
| Component | STEERING |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
Defect Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015 Ford F-150 trucks manufactured March 19, 2015, to March 30, 2015. The affected vehicles may have been built with a steering upper intermediate shaft that was improperly riveted.
Safety Consequence
If the intermediate shaft was improperly riveted, it could separate from the intermediate shaft flex coupling, resulting in a loss of steering control and increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the intermediate shaft and replace it, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on May 22, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S17.
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