NHTSA Recall 22V145000: Critical fasteners (steering)
Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 72 vehicles. It affects 2020–2022 Ford F-59.
| NHTSA campaign | 22V145000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 22S13 |
| Component | STEERING › CRITICAL FASTENERS |
| Report received | March 11, 2022 |
| Owner notification | April 1, 2022 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 F-59 vehicles. The bolt that secures the intermediate steering shaft to the steering gear box may be improperly tightened, which could result in separation of the intermediate steering shaft from the steering gear box.
Safety risk
Separation of the intermediate steering shaft from the steering gear box can result in the loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the intermediate shaft bolt, replacing it if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 1, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S13.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 22V145000
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.