NHTSA Recall 14V316000
NHTSA Campaign Id 14V316000; Date: Jun. 12, 2014
A loss of steering control while driving increases the risk of a vehicle crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2014 Ford F-150
Component: Steering:electric Power Assist System
Manufactured by: Ford Motor Company
Affected Units:: 4,647
Recall Summary:
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.
How to Fix:
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.
Recall 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.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jul 3, 2014
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