Ford Motor Company | NHTSA Recall #23V896000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 23V896000 by Ford Motor Company. Affecting 2021-2023 f-150 vehicles equipped with the trailer tow max duty package and a 9 Includes 112,965 affected units, Rear Axle Hub Bolt May Break, component: POWER TRAIN, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

2021-2023 f-150 vehicles equipped with the trailer tow max duty package and a 9

Defect Summary

Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 f-150 vehicles equipped with the trailer tow max duty package and a 9.75-inch heavy duty axle with a 3/4 float axle design. the rear axle hub bolt may fatigue and break, which can result in damage to the axle hub splines.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the left and right rear axle shaft assemblies, free of charge. interim owner notification letters explaining the safety risk were mailed january 29, 2024 and again on june 12, 2024. a second notice will be sent once remedy parts become available, anticipated 1st quarter 2025. owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. ford's number for this recall is 23s65.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 23V896000
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Report Received Date: 2023-12-22T00:00:00
Subject: Rear axle hub bolt may break
Component: Power Train
Potentially Affected Units: 112,965

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 23S65
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 f-150 vehicles equipped with the trailer tow max duty package and a 9.75-inch heavy duty axle with a 3/4 float axle design. the rear axle hub bolt may fatigue and break, which can result in damage to the axle hub splines.
Consequence Summary: Damaged axle hub splines can result in a vehicle rollaway when the vehicle is in park without the parking brake applied or cause a loss of drive power. both of these conditions can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Dealers will replace the left and right rear axle shaft assemblies, free of charge. interim owner notification letters explaining the safety risk were mailed january 29, 2024 and again on june 12, 2024. a second notice will be sent once remedy parts become available, anticipated 1st quarter 2025. owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. ford's number for this recall is 23s65.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 23V896000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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