Ford Motor Company is recalling certain 2023-2024 Transit vehicles equipped with a Transit Trail
— Recall Campaign #24V542000
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Transit vehicles equipped with a Transit Trail package. The electronic power assist steering (EPAS) ground eyelet joint may experience corrosion, which can result in a loss of power steering assist.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 1,902 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
24V542000
| Manufacturer: | Ford Motor Company |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | July 19, 2024 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 24V542000 |
| Units affected: | 1,902 |
- Description:
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Transit vehicles equipped with a Transit Trail package. The electronic power assist steering (EPAS) ground eyelet joint may experience corrosion, which can result in a loss of power steering assist.
- Consequeces:
- A loss of power steering assist can increase the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- Dealers will install a new EPAS ground pigtail kit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 10, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S46.
- 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.