NHTSA recall 24V-542 (24V542000)
steering recall reported July 19, 2024 - about 1,902 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 24V542000
- Also written as
- 24V-542
- Manufacturer number
- 24S46
- Reported
- July 19, 2024
- Vehicles affected
- ~1,902
- Component
- steering
What is being recalled
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Transit vehicles equipped with a Transit Trail package. The electronic power assist steering (EPAS) ground eyelet joint may experience corrosion, which can result in a loss of power steering assist.
Why it is dangerous
A loss of power steering assist can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Dealers will install a new EPAS ground pigtail kit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 10, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S46.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 24V-542 when calling a dealer.
Affected 1 model
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.