NHTSA Recall 23V847000: Column (steering) and air bags: driver clockspring/spiral cassette
Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 17,970 vehicles. It affects 6 models including the Ford F-150.
| NHTSA campaign | 23V847000 |
|---|---|
| Components | STEERING › COLUMN; AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › DRIVER CLOCKSPRING/SPIRAL CASSETTE |
| Report received | December 15, 2023 |
| Owner notification | May 3, 2024 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 F-150 and Ford SD F250, F350, F450, F550, and F600 vehicles. The steering wheel clock spring may have an insufficient weld, causing a loss of electrical connection to the driver's frontal air bag.
Safety risk
A deactivated air bag will not deploy during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the clock spring as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 3, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.
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 23V847000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Ford F-150 | 2023 |
| Ford F-250 SD | 2023 |
| Ford F-350 SD | 2023 |
| Ford F-450 SD | 2023 |
| Ford F-550 SD | 2023 |
| Ford F-600 SD | 2023 |
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.