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- POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
- Problem
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 F-150, Expedition, and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The front axle pinion may not have been heat-treated, which can cause it to fracture.
- Risk
- A fractured pinion can result in a loss of 4-wheel drive and may cause the front wheels to lock up, increasng the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the front axle pinion gear set. If there is a broken front axle pinion, the entire axle assembly will be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 21, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S07.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
What this recall means for you
The front axle pinion in these vehicles may not have been heat-treated properly, so it can fracture. A broken pinion can cause loss of four-wheel drive and may lock up the front wheels, which raises the risk of a crash.
If the pinion has fractured, the entire front axle assembly will be replaced. Authorized dealers will perform the repair free of charge. Otherwise, dealers will replace the front axle pinion gear set. Owner notification letters were mailed April 21, 2023.
To check whether your vehicle is included, enter your VIN for open recalls, or contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 and reference recall 23S07.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Ford Expedition | 2023 |
|---|---|
| Ford F-150 | 2023 |
| Lincoln Navigator | 2023 |