2024 Ford F-150 Steering Gear Recall
Ford has issued a recall for certain 2024 F-150 vehicles due to a steering gear assembly defect. An incorrect rack can cause the gears to fracture, potentially leading to a loss of steering control and increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will replace the steering gear assembly free of charge.
Why This Matters
The steering gear assembly is a critical component for vehicle control. If the gears within the steering assembly fracture, it can cause the steering to bind or lock unexpectedly. This condition directly results in a loss of steering control, significantly increasing the risk of a crash for drivers of the affected 2024 Ford F-150 vehicles.
What's Being Recalled
Ford Motor Company is recalling certain 2024 F-150 vehicles. The issue stems from the steering gear assembly, which may have been improperly manufactured with an incorrect rack. This manufacturing defect can lead to the fracture of the steering gears.
Manufacturer's Remedy
Ford dealers will replace the entire steering gear assembly on affected vehicles. This repair will be performed free of charge to the owner. Owners of the affected 2024 Ford F-150 vehicles were notified by mail, with letters sent out on February 19, 2025.
Owner Action
If you own a 2024 Ford F-150, you should have received a notification letter regarding this recall. It is important to have the steering gear assembly replaced as soon as possible to prevent potential steering issues. For any questions or to schedule a service appointment for this 2024 Ford F-150 recall, you can contact Ford customer service directly at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's internal number for this recall is 25S04.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or visit nhtsa.gov for more information regarding the 2024 Ford F-150 recall, referencing NHTSA ID 25V022000.
Source: NHTSA ID: 25V022000
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the specific problem with the 2024 Ford F-150 steering gear?
- The steering gear assembly in certain 2024 Ford F-150 vehicles may have been assembled with an incorrect rack, which can lead to the gears fracturing.
- What are the safety risks associated with this steering gear recall?
- A fractured steering gear can cause the steering to bind or lock, resulting in a loss of steering control and significantly increasing the risk of a crash.
- How will Ford resolve the steering gear issue for affected F-150 owners?
- Ford dealers will replace the entire steering gear assembly free of charge. Owners were notified by mail starting February 19, 2025.
- What is the recall number for this 2024 Ford F-150 recall?
- The NHTSA campaign number for this recall is 25V022000, and Ford's internal recall number is 25S04.
What Ford F-150 owners report
Counted from the records in our database across 46 model years.
- 39,812
- Owner complaints
- 226
- Recalls
- 2,759
- Service bulletins
- 1,679
- Crashes reported
- 2,104
- Fires reported
- 1,496
- Injuries reported
The 2024 model year
263 complaints, the 35th most of 46 model years on file. Owners reported 26 crashes, 5 fires and 14 injuries for this year, which also has 15 recalls on file.
Steering, the system this article covers, accounts for 2,340 of 39,812 complaints (6%), including 6 for 2024.
Complaints by model year
| 1997 | 2,758 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 2,029 | |
| 2011 | 2,194 | |
| 2012 | 1,784 | |
| 2013 | 2,994 | |
| 2014 | 1,539 | |
| 2015 | 1,746 | |
| 2016 | 2,093 | |
| 2018 | 2,327 | |
| 2024 | 263 |
Most-reported systems
- Power Train — 9,483
- Engine — 4,618
- Electrical System — 4,362
- Service Brakes — 3,838
- Vehicle Speed Control — 2,924
Latest recalls for the 2024 model year
- 26V578000 — Fuel System, Gasoline (Sep 2026)
- 26V104000 — Electrical System (Feb 2026)
- 25V863000 — Power Train (Dec 2025)
Recent owner reports about steering
The contact owns a 2024 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving approximately 20 MPH, the steering wheel locked up and the vehicle stalled, and it rolled across an intersection and then stopped. The vehicle failed to restart.
Read owner complaints →The contact owns a 2024 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal sound coming from the vehicle before the vehicle became difficult to maneuver, and the front passenger’s side of the vehicle crashed into…
Complaints are owner reports filed with NHTSA. They are unverified, and counts depend on how many vehicles were sold, so they are not a failure rate.
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