2025 Ford F-150 Steering Recall
Ford has issued a recall for certain 2025 F-150 vehicles concerning the lower intermediate shaft fasteners. If these fasteners are improperly attached, the shaft could come loose or detach, potentially causing a loss of steering control and increasing crash risk.
Why This Matters
This recall addresses a critical safety concern for affected 2025 Ford F-150 vehicles. If the lower intermediate shaft fasteners are not properly secured to the steering gear, the shaft could loosen or detach entirely. A detached steering shaft would result in a complete loss of steering control, significantly increasing the risk of a crash.
What's Being Recalled
Ford Motor Company is recalling certain 2025 F-150 vehicles. The specific component of concern is the lower intermediate shaft fasteners, which may be improperly attached to the steering gear. This defect could allow the steering shaft to become loose or detach, compromising the vehicle's steering capability.
How to Check if Your Vehicle is Affected
This Ford F-150 steering recall specifically applies to certain 2025 model year F-150 trucks. Owners of affected vehicles were notified by mail starting May 30, 2025. You can also contact Ford customer service or NHTSA to determine if your specific vehicle is included in this recall.
Manufacturer's Remedy
Ford dealers will inspect the lower intermediate shaft fasteners on affected vehicles. If necessary, they will replace these fasteners. This inspection and replacement will be performed free of charge to the owner.
Owner notification letters were sent out on May 30, 2025. For further questions or to confirm your vehicle's status, you may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's internal number for this recall is 25S46. Owners can also reach the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or visit nhtsa.gov.
Source: NHTSA Recall ID: 25V309000
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the issue with the 2025 Ford F-150 steering?
- The recall concerns improperly attached lower intermediate shaft fasteners on certain 2025 Ford F-150 vehicles. This can cause the steering shaft to loosen or detach from the steering gear.
- What is the safety risk associated with this Ford F-150 steering recall?
- If the lower intermediate shaft detaches, it can lead to a complete loss of steering control, significantly increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
- How will Ford fix the steering issue on my F-150?
- Ford dealers will inspect the lower intermediate shaft fasteners and replace them as necessary, free of charge. Owners were notified by mail starting May 30, 2025.
- What is the recall number for this F-150 steering problem?
- The NHTSA recall identification number is 25V309000, and Ford's internal recall number is 25S46.
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 2025 model year
137 complaints, the 38th most of 46 model years on file. Owners reported 10 crashes, 5 fires and 4 injuries for this year, which also has 19 recalls on file.
Steering, the system this article covers, accounts for 2,340 of 39,812 complaints (6%), including 5 for 2025.
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 | |
| 2025 | 137 |
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 2025 model year
- 26V655000 — Seats (Oct 2026)
- 26V578000 — Fuel System, Gasoline (Sep 2026)
- 26V104000 — Electrical System (Feb 2026)
Recent owner reports about steering
On October 13 at 9:23 PM in Seguin, TX, with Ford BlueCruise hands‑free engaged, the vehicle abruptly steered strong left and headed toward the left barrier. I immediately overrode the system and steered back to avoid a collision. No impact occurred.
Read owner complaints →Short loss of control with a short period of excessive play and a slight shimmy/shaking sensation when turning left into a curve. The issue seems to only occur when turning to the left.
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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