Motorcraft Steering Gear Stg-454 — Steering
Published March 3, 2015 · Recall initiated: March 3, 2015
Summary
NHTSA records recall 15E014000, published March 3, 2015. Recalling firm: Ford Motor Company; Motorcraft Steering Gear Stg-454 — Steering.
What's the hazard
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain Motorcraft STG-454 service replacement steering gears manufactured July 1, 2014, to October 17, 2014. These steering gears are for use on 2008-2010 model year F-250 and F-350 vehicles equipped with 6.4L diesel engines. The affected steering gears may not install properly, and as a result, there may be insufficient clamp load on the joints which may cause the steering gear retention bolts to fracture.
What to do
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will install a spacer between the steering gear and the vehicle frame rail to ensure adequate clamp load on the joints, free of charge. The interim notices were mailed on April 22, 2015. A second notice will be mailed to owners when parts become available. A remedy began on July 13, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S08.
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Recall details
- Brand
- MOTORCRAFT
- Model
- STEERING GEAR STG-454
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Lot
- MOTORCRAFT STEERING GEAR STG-454
- Risk classification
- E
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was Motorcraft Steering Gear Stg-454 — Steering recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 15E014000 on March 3, 2015. Reported hazard: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain Motorcraft STG-454 service replacement steering gears manufactured July 1, 2014, to October 17, 2014. These steering gears are for use on 2008-2010 model year F-250 and F-350 vehicles equipped with 6.4L diesel engines. The affected steering gears may not install properly, and as a result, there may be insufficient clamp load on the joints which may cause the steering gear retention bolts to fracture.
What should I do if I have this product?
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will install a spacer between the steering gear and the vehicle frame rail to ensure adequate clamp load on the joints, free of charge. The interim notices were mailed on April 22, 2015. A second notice will be mailed to owners when parts become available. A remedy began on July 13, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S08.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: MOTORCRAFT. Model: STEERING GEAR STG-454.