Replacement steering gears may lock steering
Defect Summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain replacement steering gears installed on model year 2011-2012 explorers as service parts in september 2013 and january 2014. the affected gears may lock, preventing the driver from being able to steer the vehicle.
Safety Consequence
The inability to steer the vehicle increases the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Ford will notify owners and dealers will replace the suspect steering gears with new steering gears, free of charge. The recall began on january 29, 2014. customers may contact ford at 1-800-392-3673. Ford's number for this recall is 13s14.
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FAQ: Recall 14E001000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 14E001000?
NHTSA recall 14E001000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on January 6, 2014. It addresses: Replacement steering gears may lock steering. The recall affects approximately 300 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 14E001000 or the manufacturer campaign number 13S14. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.