NHTSA Campaign 23V128000

POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY

Issued by Ford Motor Company · Reported Feb 24, 2023 · 240 vehicles affected

What's wrong

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.

Consequence

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.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
FORD EXPEDITION 2023 240
FORD F-150 2023 240
LINCOLN NAVIGATOR 2023 240

Source: NHTSA Campaign 23V128000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.