Safety Recall NHTSA · 22V253000 Reported April 14, 2022

Steering column wiring too short

Ford Motor Company · Steering · 19,175 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
22V253000
Manufacturer Campaign
22S24
Manufacturer
Component
Steering
Vehicles Affected
19,175
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
April 14, 2022
Completion Rate
84.86

Defect Summary

Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2022 f-150 vehicles. the power-adjustable telescoping steering column connector wiring may be too short. wiring that is too short can become damaged or separate if the adjustable steering column is extended all the way.

Safety Consequence

Damaged or separated wiring may result in the steering column not moving as intended in certain crash conditions, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect the steering column wiring harness and repair the wiring, as necessary, free of charge. interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk, were mailed on may 9, 2022. owner notification letters were mailed july 28, 2022. remedy parts are expected to be available by the end of july, 2022. owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. ford's number for this recall is 22s24.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference recall ID 22V253000 or campaign 22S24.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 22V253000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 22V253000?

NHTSA recall 22V253000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on April 14, 2022. It addresses: Steering column wiring too short. The recall affects approximately 19,175 vehicles, with the defect involving the Steering component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 22V253000 or the manufacturer campaign number 22S24. 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.