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Vehicle recall 12V422000 · August 29, 2012

2013 Ford F-53

Theses vehicles were assembled with incorrect steering gear adapter plate retention fasteners.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary
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.
Consequence
Separation of the steering gear may lead to a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
Notes
Ford's recall campaign number is 12S38.Customers may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); or go to www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign
12V422000
Reported to NHTSA
August 29, 2012
Filed by
FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Manufacturer campaign
12S38
Owner notification
September 7, 2012
Vehicles potentially affected
31
Initiated by
the manufacturer
Components
Steering
Recall 12V422000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

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