Is there a steering recall on the 2021 Ford F-250?

Yes. Recall 25V626000 covers 2020-2021 F-250, F-350, and F-450 trucks where the steering column upper shaft may detach, causing loss of steering control. Dealers inspect and repair or replace the shaft free of charge.

How common are steering complaints on the 2021 F-250?

NHTSA lists 15 steering complaints for the 2021 F-250, which is 9% of the 164 total complaints filed for that model year.

What is the 'death wobble' owners describe?

It is a violent shaking of the steering wheel and truck, often triggered by a bump or uneven pavement at highway speed, that several 2021 F-250 owners describe in their complaints.

At what mileage do steering problems tend to show up?

The median mileage at failure for steering complaints on the 2021 F-250 is 78,800 miles.

Have steering complaints led to crashes or injuries on the 2021 F-250?

NHTSA records show 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries among the 15 steering complaints filed for the 2021 F-250.

2021 Ford F-250 Steering Problems

NHTSA lists 15 steering complaints for the 2021 Ford F-250, 9% of its 164 total complaints, with median failure mileage of 78,800. A related recall (25V626000) covers a steering column upper shaft that may detach and cause loss of steering control.

Steering complaints: 15; 9% of 164
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 78,800 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical steering symptoms owners report

Owners describe violent steering wheel and truck shaking, often called "death wobble," triggered by small bumps, seams, or rough pavement at highway speeds around 60-75 mph.
Several drivers report the shaking only stops after slowing well below highway speed, sometimes to 45 mph or lower.
Some report the truck drifted or swerved into an adjacent lane while the wobble occurred, including while towing a trailer.
One owner reported the steering wheel itself felt loose and shaky before detaching at 55 mph and 127,000 miles.
Multiple owners state the issue recurred more than once on the same vehicle after hitting uneven pavement again.
Owners note dealerships were aware of the wobble pattern but some said it was not covered by a recall at the time.

When 2021 Ford F-250 steering complaints were filed

First complaint Dec 2, 2021, latest Aug 3, 2026.

15 complaints filed with NHTSA from Dec 2021 to Aug 2026; peak Aug 2022 (2).

Steering recalls for the 2021 Ford F-250

NHTSA 25V626000Sep 19, 2025Steering115,539 vehicles
Steering:column
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 F-250, F-350, and F-450 vehicles. The steering column upper shaft may detach from the steering column and result in a loss of steering control.
Risk: A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the steering column, and repair or replace the upper shaft as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 20, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S94. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 23, 2025.

Steering complaints by F-250 model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

2005106 (24%)
2006180 (36%)
200746 (40%)
2008119 (35%)
200939 (51%)
201043 (41%)
2011149 (40%)
2012130 (40%)
201340 (34%)
201481 (48%)
2015126 (43%)
2016118 (41%)
2017717 (62%)
2018252 (63%)
2019776 (67%)
202045 (17%)
202115 (9%)
20227 (6%)
20234 (9%)
20244 (11%)
20254 (25%)

Frequently asked questions

Is there a steering recall on the 2021 Ford F-250?: Yes. Recall 25V626000 covers 2020-2021 F-250, F-350, and F-450 trucks where the steering column upper shaft may detach, causing loss of steering control. Dealers inspect and repair or replace the shaft free of charge.
How common are steering complaints on the 2021 F-250?: NHTSA lists 15 steering complaints for the 2021 F-250, which is 9% of the 164 total complaints filed for that model year.
What is the 'death wobble' owners describe?: It is a violent shaking of the steering wheel and truck, often triggered by a bump or uneven pavement at highway speed, that several 2021 F-250 owners describe in their complaints.
At what mileage do steering problems tend to show up?: The median mileage at failure for steering complaints on the 2021 F-250 is 78,800 miles.
Have steering complaints led to crashes or injuries on the 2021 F-250?: NHTSA records show 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries among the 15 steering complaints filed for the 2021 F-250.