Ford Motor Company is recalling 113,320 of its 2023-2024 Ford Transit vehicles because they may have been manufactured with an insufficient amount of rear axle lubricant. This lack of lubrication can cause the rear axle bearings to overheat and seize, which can lead to the wheels locking up or the driveshaft breaking and separating while driving. Owners of these vehicles will receive a free inspection and, if necessary, the dealer will replace the axle bearings or the entire axle assembly.
A seized bearing can cause the rear wheels to lock suddenly while the vehicle is in motion, or cause the driveshaft to disconnect. If the driveshaft disconnects while the vehicle is parked without the parking brake, the vehicle could roll away, significantly increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Inspection and potential replacement of axle bearings or axle assembly.
If you or a family member were harmed by this recalled product, you may have legal rights. Consider consulting a consumer protection attorney to understand your options for compensation.
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Sources: NHTSA Notice · Raw API Response