The problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016 Super Duty F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 vehicles. Dust may accumulate in the steering wheel clock spring, causing a disconnection in the electrical connection resulting in the driver's air bag not deploying as intended.
The risk
A disconnected driver's air bag can result in it not deploying, as intended, during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Dealers will replace the steering wheel clock spring, free of charge. Remedy parts are expected to become available in the 3rd Quarter of 2023. An interim notification letter informing owners of the safety risk was mailed on July 6, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed July 10, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S35.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 22V-337 (22V337000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 22S35 |
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Component | Air bags › Frontal › Driver clockspring/spiral cassette |
| Report date | May 13, 2022 |
| Owners notified | July 10, 2023 |
| Vehicles affected | 310,203 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the air bags
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 22V-337 repair free?
Yes. Ford dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the steering wheel clock spring, free of charge. Remedy parts are expected to become available in the 3rd Quarter of 2023. An interim notification letter informing owners of the safety risk was mailed on July 6, 2022.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 310,203 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.