Recall 14V316000

STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM

Report Date
20140612
Component
STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Affected Vehicles
1 models

Defect Description

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2014 Ford F-150 trucks manufactured May 26, 2014 to June 19, 2014, and equipped with Electronic Power Assist Steering (EPAS). The affected vehicles may have an incorrectly installed EPAS gear motor position sensor magnet that can lead to a total loss of steering control while driving.

Safety Consequence

A loss of steering control while driving increases the risk of a vehicle crash.

Remedy

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the EPAS steering gear, free of charge. The recall began in July 2014. Note: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until they have been remedied. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-800-392-3673. Ford's number for this recall is 14S09.

Affected Vehicles

Year Make Model
2014 FORD F-150

Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.