Ford recalls 115,539 Super Duty pickups for steering column defect

Ford and federal safety regulators on Wednesday announced a recall of more than 115,000 Super Duty pickup trucks after investigators found a steering column defect that could cause drivers to lose control. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said the recall covers certain 2020 and 2021 model year F-250, F-350 and F-450 vehicles; Ford’s recall number is 25S94 and the agency lists 115,539 VINs as affected.

According to NHTSA documents, the upper shaft of the steering column in the affected trucks can separate, which could result in a sudden loss of steering control and increase the risk of a crash. NHTSA said there are no warning systems that would alert drivers before a separation occurs. Ford will instruct dealers to inspect the steering column and repair or replace the upper shaft at no cost to owners.

Owners will begin receiving interim notification letters starting Oct. 6, with final remedy instructions expected in December 2025, the agency said. Vehicle owners can look up their VIN on NHTSA’s website to confirm whether their truck is included in the recall. Ford has said dealers will perform necessary repairs free of charge.

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