Power train: driveline: driveshaft
- Component
- Power train: driveline: driveshaft
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Vehicles affected
- 18,808
- Reported to NHTSA
- 2022-11-29
- Owners notified
- 2023-07-27
Defect description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2018 F-Super Duty F-250, F-350, and F-450 4x4 vehicles. A radial damper inside the driveshaft may move out of position over time, which can cause a driveshaft imbalance and result in a fracture.
Safety risk
A fractured driveshaft can cause a loss of drive power. Additionally, a vehicle rollaway could occur while parked if the parking brake is not engaged. Either of these scenarios increases the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will replace the driveshaft, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 27, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S74.