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Ford Super Duty F-250, F-350 and and F-450 recall: The steering column shifter may have been improperly welded and detach

Recall published 1+ years ago

The steering column shifter may have been improperly welded and detach from the steering column.

The hazard: Steering or suspension defect

A steering component may separate on these vehicles. That is why the notice reads as urgent even though most affected cars will never show a symptom.

What the notice says: A detached shifter will prevent the driver from shifting into park, which can result in a vehicle rollaway and increase the risk of a crash.

Why it matters: A steering or suspension component may separate, loosen or fail. The result is a partial or total loss of steering control, typically without warning and often at speed.

Recall details

Recall number
25V163000
Published
March 14, 2025
Risk level
NHTSA safety recall
Status
Open safety recall
Issued by
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Brand
Ford
Product type
Power Train
Distribution
Nationwide
Vehicles
Ford F-450 SD
Lot / code info
NHTSA campaign number 25V163000

Products covered by this recall

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Super Duty F-250, F-350, and F-450 vehicles. The steering column shifter may have been improperly welded and detach from the steering column.

Vehicles in this campaign

Check your product

The notice names 3 codes you can read straight off the package. Type the one printed on yours and the list below narrows to it.

Vehicle

Match this against the make and model on your registration.

  • Super Duty F-250
  • F-350
  • and F-450

Codes are lifted verbatim from the NHTSA — Vehicle safety recalls notice. A code that is missing here may still be covered — the official notice is the complete list.

What to do about Steering

Ford — A steering component may separate on these vehicles. That is why the notice reads as urgent even though most affected cars will never show a symptom.

  1. Have this looked at soon. If the steering has felt loose, vague or noisy, stop driving the vehicle and call the dealer rather than driving it in.
  2. Check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls before you do anything else. A campaign covers a build range, not every car of that model year, and the VIN lookup is the only thing that confirms yours is included.
  3. Call any franchised dealer for the brand, give them the campaign number from this page, and ask them to confirm parts are in stock before you book — part supply, not labour, is what delays a fresh recall.
  4. Describe any clunking, wandering, uneven tyre wear or a steering wheel that is no longer centred — these point to a component that has already started to move.

What the recall repair costs you

Nothing, and that is a legal obligation rather than a goodwill gesture. The question worth asking is what else is covered.

  • Recall work is free for as long as you own the vehicle, with no mileage limit, no age limit for the current owner, and no requirement that you bought the car from that dealer.
  • Ask about a loaner or rental when you book, not when you arrive. On a parts-delayed campaign it is frequently available and almost never volunteered.
  • Keep receipts for towing, storage or a rental you arranged yourself — reimbursement for these is common where the vehicle was undrivable.
  • If you already paid an independent garage for the same fix, submit the invoice to the manufacturer under their reimbursement plan.

Remedy named in the notice: Dealers will inspect the steering column serial numbers and replace the steering column as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 28, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S20.

Company contact: Ford Motor Company

The official notice

This page summarises a notice published by National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The agency notice is the authoritative version — read it before you act, and treat it as the final word if anything here looks different.

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Questions people ask about this recall

Why was Ford power train recalled?

The steering column shifter may have been improperly welded and detach from the steering column. A detached shifter will prevent the driver from shifting into park, which can result in a vehicle rollaway and increase the risk of a crash.

How do I know if I have the recalled product?

The notice does not publish package codes for this recall. Compare the product name, size and the purchase window against the official NHTSA — Vehicle safety recalls record, and contact the company if you are unsure.

What should I do with it right now?

Have this looked at soon. If the steering has felt loose, vague or noisy, stop driving the vehicle and call the dealer rather than driving it in.

Can I get my money back?

The notice says: Dealers will inspect the steering column serial numbers and replace the steering column as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 28, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S20.

Does the repair cost me anything?

No. Safety recall repairs are performed free of charge at a franchised dealer for as long as the campaign is open, whether or not the vehicle is still under warranty.

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