Ford is recalling certain model year 2013 F-53 motorhome stripped chassis vehicles manufactured from July 10, 2012 through July 13, 2012. Theses vehicles were assembled with incorrect steering gear adapter plate retention fasteners. Steering gear adapter plate fasteners could lead to torque loss in the steering gear attachment, potentionally leading to loosening and subsequent separation of the stearing gear over time.
Ford Motor Company – Unapproved Steering Gear Adapter Plate Fastener
| Report Received Date | 08/29/2012 |
| NHTSA ID | 12V422000 |
| Consequence Summary | Separation of the steering gear may lead to a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective Action | Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering gear adapter plate retention fasteners, free of charge. The safety recall was completed on September 7, 2012. Owners may contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332. |
| Recall Code | 12S38 |
| Potentially Affected | 31 |
| Fire Risk When Parked | No |
| Do Not Drive | No |
| Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=12V422000) |
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