Ford has issued a recall for 9,181 of its 2025 F-150 pickup trucks due to a potential steering control issue. The problem lies in the lower intermediate shaft fasteners, which may not be properly attached to the steering gear. This could cause the shaft to come loose or detach, resulting in a loss of steering control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Dealers will inspect and replace the lower intermediate shaft fasteners as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on May 26, 2025. Owners can contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 or check the NHTSA recall page using their vehicle’s license plate number or 17-digit VIN to determine if their vehicle is affected.
How to Check if Your Vehicle is Affected
To verify if your F-150 is included in this recall, visit the NHTSA recalls page and enter your vehicle’s license plate number or 17-digit VIN. You can also contact Ford’s customer service or reach out to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) for more information.
Ford’s recall number for this issue is 25S46. Owners are advised to wait for the notification letter or check the NHTSA website for updates on the recall process.
