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NHTSA Recall 25V309000: Steering

Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 9,181 vehicles. It affects 2025 Ford F-150.

9,181
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2025
owners notified (May 29)
NHTSA campaign25V309000
Manufacturer campaign25S46
ComponentSTEERING
Report receivedMay 9, 2025
Owner notificationMay 29, 2025
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 F-150 vehicles. The lower intermediate shaft fasteners may be improperly attached to the steering gear, allowing the shaft to come loose or detach.

Safety risk

A lower intermediate shaft that detaches can result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the lower intermediate shaft fasteners as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 30, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S46.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.

Vehicles covered by recall 25V309000

Make and modelModel years
Ford F-1502025

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.