NHTSA (USA)Critical
2023 FORD F-250 SDNHTSA Campaign #23V344000
The official notice
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 Super Duty F-250, F-350, and F-450 vehicles. The steering column upper shaft bolts may be missing or improperly tightened, resulting in possible separation of the steering column from the adjoining components.
Safety Risk
A disconnected steering column can result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and tighten the steering column upper shaft coupler bolts, or install any missing bolts, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 1, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S22.
19 vehicles affectedMfr ref: 23S22Updated June 10, 2026