Recall
Ford F-53 — 12V422000
NHTSA ID
12V422000
Make
Ford
Model
F-53
Years Affected
2013
Recall Date
2012-08-29
Component
STEERING
Units Affected
31
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
12S38
Summary
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.
Consequence
Separation of the steering gear may lead to a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.