- Component
- STEERING
- Problem
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 Bronco Wildtrak and 2022 Bronco Raptor vehicles. Internal damage to the steering gear may require increased steering effort or cause the steering wheel to lock-up.
- Risk
- A steering wheel that locks-up can result in a complete loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy is performed. Dealers will replace the steering gear, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 31, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S09.
- 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
Internal damage to the steering gear may require increased steering effort or cause the steering wheel to lock up. A locked steering wheel can cause a complete loss of steering control and raise the risk of a crash.
Owners are advised not to drive the affected vehicle until the repair is completed. Authorized dealers will replace the steering gear free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 31, 2023. If you have questions, you can contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 and reference recall 23S09. You can also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Ford Bronco | 20222023 |
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