Quick Facts at a Glance
- Recall Date
- February 3, 2026
- Hazard Level
- HIGH
- Brand
- Ford
- Category
- Vehicles & Parts
- Sold At
- Unknown
- At-Risk Groups
- GENERAL
What to Do Now
Use this page like a recall checklist: verify the product first, then act on the official remedy.
Immediate steps
- 1Stop using the product until you confirm whether it is included in the recall.
- 2Compare the product label, model number, UPC, color, size, and purchase location against the identifiers below.
- 3Follow the official remedy from National Highway Traffic Safety Administration; save photos, receipts, labels, and correspondence before contacting the company.
- 4If the product could harm a child, older adult, pet, or patient, move it out of reach immediately.
Check these identifiers
- Brand
- Ford
- Product type
- Steering Column
- Model numbers
- F-250 SD, F-350, F-450
- Sold at
- Unknown
Recall Timeline
Key dates and source checks for this recall record.
Recall announced
February 3, 2026
Reported by NHTSA
February 3, 2026
RecallRadar source check
April 18, 2026
Consumer action
Use the official remedy and keep documentation.
Hazard Information
A detached shifter will prevent the driver from shifting into park, which can result in a vehicle rollaway and increase the risk of a crash.
What You Should Do
Dealers will inspect the steering column serial numbers and replace the steering column as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 28, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S20.
About This Product
The Ford Super Duty line includes heavy-duty pickup trucks used for work and personal use, often in heavy payload and towing scenarios.
Why This Is Dangerous
A detached steering column shifter can prevent the driver from moving the gear selector into Park, creating a rollaway risk and potential crash.
Industry Context
This recall is not part of a broader industry pattern.
Real-World Impact
Owners may face sudden downtime or require dealer service for a safe repair; recall helps avoid a possible crash and related costs.
Practical Guidance
How to identify if yours is affected
- 1. Locate your VIN on the driver-side dashboard or door jamb.
- 2. Use Ford or NHTSA recall lookup to see if 25S20 covers your VIN.
- 3. If affected, do not drive the vehicle until inspected.
Where to find product info
VIN on dash or door jamb; recall 25S20 details at NHTSA.gov or Ford recall page.
What timeline to expect
Inspection and replacement are performed by dealers at no charge. Scheduling varies; repair times may extend over weeks.
If the manufacturer is unresponsive
- File a complaint with NHTSA at nhtsa.gov
- Escalate to Ford Customer Service; seek legal counsel if needed.
How to prevent similar issues
- Register your vehicle for recall updates; periodically check recalls for your VIN
- Verify recall details before any service; confirm parts availability at the dealer.
Documentation advice
Keep recall notice, VIN, photos of the vehicle and any correspondence; document dates of contact and repairs.
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Product Details
Model numbers: 2025 F-250 SD; 2025 F-350; 2025 F-450. Sold through: Ford dealers. When sold: Owner letters mailed April 28, 2025. Price: Unknown. Recall number: 25S20. Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company. Component: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL).
Reported Incidents
No injuries or incidents have been reported.
Key Facts
- 25S20 recall number
- Models: F-250 SD, F-350, F-450 (2025)
- Sold through Ford dealers
- Letters mailed April 28, 2025
- No injuries reported
- Repair will be performed at no charge
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