2022-2023 Ford Mustang Steering Power Steering Recall (24V493)
Ford Motor Company · 30,735 vehicles · Reported June 28, 2024
Ford Motor Company is recalling 30,735 2022-2023 Ford Mustang vehicles. The secondary steering torque sensor may not be calibrated properly, which can cause the steering wheel to turn side to side against the driver's intentions. A steering wheel that turns unintentionally can cause a loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash. Dealers will make the repair free of charge.
Recall 24V493 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 24V493000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | 24S44 |
| Date reported to NHTSA | June 28, 2024 |
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Vehicles | 2022-2023 Ford Mustang |
| Units affected | 30,735 |
| Build dates | September 15, 2022 to April 5, 2023 |
| Component | Steering > Electric Power Assist System |
| Safety risk | A steering wheel that turns unintentionally can cause a loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash. |
| Fix | Available at dealers |
What is wrong with the 2022-2023 Ford Mustang in recall 24V493?
The secondary steering torque sensor may not be calibrated properly, which can cause the steering wheel to turn side to side against the driver's intentions.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Ford Mustang vehicles. The secondary steering torque sensor may not be calibrated properly, which can cause the steering wheel to turn side to side against the driver's intentions.
Is it safe to drive a 2022-2023 Mustang with recall 24V493?
NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: A steering wheel that turns unintentionally can cause a loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: A steering wheel that turns unintentionally can cause a loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash.
NHTSA has not issued a do-not-drive or park-outside warning for this recall. Still, get the repair done as soon as it is available, and stop driving if you notice symptoms related to the electric power assist system.
Which vehicles are included in recall 24V493?
Recall 24V493 covers 30,735 vehicles: 2022-2023 Ford Mustang.
NHTSA lists 30,735 vehicles in this campaign, built September 15, 2022 to April 5, 2023. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2022-2023 | Ford | Mustang |
What is the fix for the Mustang steering power steering recall?
Yes. Dealers will update the power steering control module (PSCM) software, free of charge.
Dealers will update the power steering control module (PSCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 11, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S44.
When was recall 24V493 announced?
Ford Motor Company reported recall 24V493 to NHTSA on June 28, 2024.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| September 15, 2022 | First affected vehicle built (per Ford Motor Company's filing). |
| April 5, 2023 | Last affected vehicle built. |
| June 28, 2024 | Ford Motor Company filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 24V493000. |
| October 11, 2024 | Owner notification letters mailed (per NHTSA). |
This recall was filed 27 months ago, and vehicles were built over a span of 202 days. If your Mustang was built in that window, the VIN check below is the way to confirm it is included.
How do I check if my Mustang is part of recall 24V493?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 24V493 is open on your Mustang, it will be listed there.
Enter your 17-character VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup. It shows any open safety recall on your vehicle, including 24V493000. Your VIN is on the registration card, the insurance card, and the driver side of the dashboard where it meets the windshield. Recent recalls can take a few days to appear in the lookup.
What should Mustang owners do about recall 24V493?
Check your VIN, schedule the free recall repair, and keep a repair order for every dealer visit.
- Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm recall 24V493000 applies to your Mustang.
- Call a Ford dealer and schedule the recall repair. Ask how long the repair takes and whether parts are in stock.
- Keep a copy of every repair order. Check that each one lists your complaint, the mileage, and the dates in and out.
- Write down when symptoms involving the electric power assist system happen: date, mileage, speed, weather and what you felt or heard. Photos and short videos help.
- Count the days the vehicle is at the dealer. Days out of service add up toward California's 30-day presumption.
- If the recall repair does not fix it, or the vehicle keeps going back for the same issue, talk to a lemon law attorney.
What are Mustang owners reporting to NHTSA?
Owners have filed 65 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 13 of them about the steering.
Since recall 24V493 was reported on June 28, 2024, owners have filed 11 complaints with NHTSA about the steering on these vehicles. 0 of them (0%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt.
How we counted: we matched NHTSA owner complaints for the model years in this recall that list the steering and were received on or after June 28, 2024, then flagged narratives that describe a repeat failure or a problem returning after a dealer repair, recall service or software update. Data from NHTSA, accessed October 7, 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports and may involve a related steering issue rather than this exact defect; automated text matching can miss or misread some reports.
NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 65 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 13 of them involve the steering. Complaints are reports from owners and have not been verified by NHTSA, but a high count for the same component is a sign the problem is widespread.
- 2022 Ford Mustang: 50 complaints in total, 8 about the steering
- 2023 Ford Mustang: 15 complaints in total, 5 about the steering
Examples of what owners have reported to NHTSA (unverified excerpts):
Other cars for the same year model have a recall for the issue I’m having. 24S44 Is the ford recall code. Power steering is boosted and can oscillate side side. I’ve seen other mustangs with this recall have the same issue get repaired. Mine has the exact same issue.
2022 Ford Mustang owner, TX, NHTSA complaint 11740019, filed May 26, 2026
Steering u-joint sticks and prevents steering wheel from turning without a catch/hitch . Not evident at lower speeds but is prevalent at speeds 50 and above. The photos attached show the part and one picture shows a YouTube video showing the EXACT problem.
2022 Ford Mustang owner, TX, NHTSA complaint 11742787, filed June 8, 2026
It was raining and on a bumpy road when I was in second or 3rd gear when it started to lose control a little. It slid a little, when I held the wheel straight it was still going left to right by itself,after I got control of the wheel.
2022 Ford Mustang owner, CA, NHTSA complaint 11568389, filed January 29, 2024
Can recall 24V493 make my Mustang a lemon in California?
Not by itself. A recall repair that fails, or repeat dealer visits for the same defect, can support a California lemon law claim.
Recall 24V493000 does not automatically make your Mustang a lemon. California's Song-Beverly Act asks two questions: does a warranty defect substantially impair the vehicle's use, value or safety, and did the manufacturer fail to fix it in a reasonable number of tries (Civ. Code 1793.2(d))?
Steering defects go straight to safety. Under California's lemon law, a defect likely to cause death or serious injury can create a presumption after just two repair attempts, if the manufacturer was also notified directly.
The recall repair is available at dealers. If it works, great. If the same symptom comes back, the recall visit is one repair attempt and the next visit is another.
Civil Code 1793.22(b) sets out a presumption that applies in the first 18 months or 18,000 miles: two or more repair attempts for a defect likely to cause death or serious bodily injury, four or more attempts for the same defect, or more than 30 total days out of service for repairs. Written notice to the manufacturer is required in some cases. Owners outside that window can still have a claim.
An owner who prevails in a lemon law case can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
In our cases, a recall repair visit counts as a repair attempt, and it's strongest when the owner complained about the problem before the recall came out. A recall shows the defect is real and that enough owners reported it for the manufacturer to issue a fix.
The biggest mistake I see is waiting too long. The mileage offset starts at your first repair visit for the problem, so the sooner you take it in, the better. If the problem comes and goes, take it in when it happens. You can't go back to that date later.
If you get a recall notice, call a lemon law attorney right away. You may have taken the car in for the same problem before and forgotten, or there may be other recalls related to it.
Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320), Founder and Managing Attorney. Quotes lightly edited for clarity. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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Frequently asked questions about recall 24V493
Did the recall 24V493 fix work?
Since recall 24V493 was reported on June 28, 2024, owners have filed 11 complaints with NHTSA about the steering on these vehicles. 0 of them (0%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt. If your vehicle still has the problem after the recall repair, go back to the dealer, get a repair order, and talk to a lemon law attorney.
Is the 24V493000 recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers.
How do I know if my Mustang is part of recall 24V493000?
Enter your 17-character VIN in NHTSA's recall lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or call a dealer. The VIN is on your registration, insurance card and the lower corner of the windshield.
Does a recall mean my car is a lemon?
Not on its own. A lemon law claim depends on whether a covered defect keeps coming back or keeps the vehicle out of service. A recall repair that fails, or repeat visits for the same problem, can support a claim.
What should I keep for a possible lemon law claim?
Keep every repair order, the recall owner letter, your purchase or lease contract, and notes on dates, mileage and symptoms. Make sure each dealer visit is written up, even when the dealer says it cannot find a problem.
Does the recall fixing my car mean I have no case?
Not necessarily. Even if the recall repair fixed it, you may still have a case, and a car that's a year or more old can still qualify.
Do used cars qualify for California lemon law?
We take certified pre-owned, demo and dealer vehicles. Since the California Supreme Court's Rodriguez decision in 2024, ordinary used cars generally do not qualify.
How long does a recall lemon law case take?
Recall-related cases typically resolve in one to three months from your first call. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
What does a lemon law attorney cost?
You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
Sources
- NHTSA recall record 24V493000 (recall report and owner letters are posted there)
- NHTSA complaints and recalls data, accessed October 7, 2026
- California Civil Code 1793.2 and 1793.22
Jacob Shayesteh, Esq., Founder and Managing Attorney of America’s Lemon Lawyer (Wynn Law Group, APC). Licensed by the State Bar of California, No. 362320. His practice focuses on California lemon law under the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act.
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