Defect Description For Recall
Ford Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2013 F-53 Motorhome Stripped Chassis Vehicles Manufactured From July 10, 2012 Through July 13, 2012. Theses Vehicles Were Assembled With Incorrect Steering Gear Adapter Plate Retention Fasteners. Steering Gear Adapter Plate Fasteners Could Lead To Torque Loss In The Steering Gear Attachment, Potentionally Leading To Loosening And Subsequent Separation Of The Stearing Gear Over Time.
Make Of Vehicle
FORD
Model Of Vehicle
F-53
Year
2013
Recall Campaign Number
12V422000
Component Description
Steering
Effect Of Defect
Separation Of The Steering Gear May Lead To A Loss Of Vehicle Control, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Ford Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Replace The Steering Gear Adapter Plate Retention Fasteners, Free Of Charge. The Safety Recall Was Completed On September 7, 2012. Owners May Contact Ford At 1-866-436-7332.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Start Of Manufacture
End Of Manufacture
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
31
Date Owners Notified
20120907
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Date Report Received
20120829
Make Campaign Number
12S38