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⛔ Do not drive until fixed💥 Crash riskNHTSA 14V316📅 Jun 12, 2014

2014 Ford F-150 recall: steering

⚠️ What's wrong

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.

💥 The risk

A loss of steering control while driving increases the risk of a vehicle crash.

🔧 The 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.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
14V316000
Manufacturer recall #
14S09
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Vehicles affected
4,647
Component
STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Owner phone
1-800-392-3673
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Jul 3, 2014
Built
May 26, 2014 – Jun 19, 2014
Recall started by
MFR
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.

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 14V316 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 14V316?

2014 Ford F-150. 4,647 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Ford dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-800-392-3673. Do not drive the vehicle until it is repaired.