Ford/lower steering column
Defect Summary
Vehicle description: medium duty trucks and chassis-cabs. one or more of the four rivets on the lower steering shaft flex coupling may not have been crimped during the sub-assembly process.
Safety Consequence
If a rivet is not crimped, the flex joint can rotate on the shaft and there would be a reduction in or loss of steering control.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the lower steering shaft rivets and replace any shafts with uncrimped rivets.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Ford Motor Company or involving Steering.
FAQ: Recall 98V116000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 98V116000?
NHTSA recall 98V116000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on May 29, 1998. It addresses: Ford/lower steering column. The recall affects approximately 90,000 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 98V116000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). 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.