NHTSA Recall 03V196000: Shaft sector (steering)
FORD MOTOR COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 171,446 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Ford Expedition.
| NHTSA campaign | 03V196000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 03S02 |
| Component | STEERING › GEAR BOX › SHAFT SECTOR |
| Report received | May 27, 2003 |
| Owner notification | May 30, 2003 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
On certain pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles, if the intermediate shaft yoke separates from the steering gear input shaft, the steering system becomes disconnected.
Safety risk
This could result in loss of steering control, potentially resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the steering intermediate shaft yoke to determine if the yoke is fully seated on the steering gear input shaft. If the yoke is fully seated no service is required. If the yoke is not fully seated and bolt groove and spline is visible, the intermediate shaft and bolt will be replaced as well as the bolt at the steering column connection. Owner notification began on may 30, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.
Notes
Ford recall no. 03s02.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 03V196000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.