Driving the news: Ford $F ( ▼ 1.07% ) is recalling 115,539 Super Duty trucks from 2020-2021 model years for steering column upper shafts that may separate, potentially causing complete loss of steering control, according to federal regulators.
For context: The recall affects F-250, F-350, and F-450 trucks built between February 19, 2019, and September 30, 2020.
After an investigation, it was determined that the Korean supplier HL Mando's steering column upper shaft doesn't meet anti-pull apart load specifications, with no warning signs to alert drivers before failure.
Ford has received 17 reports potentially related to this issue but is aware of no accidents or injuries.
Bottom line: This recall adds another ~115,000 vehicles to Ford's record-breaking year of quality problems. Customers can expect notice letters to be sent out October 6, and Ford will inspect all affected trucks and either replace or modify the steering shafts to meet proper specifications at no charge to customers.
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