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Vehicle Parts & Equipment/Suspension & Steering

Ford Motor Company: 2022-2023 Bronco Wildtrak and Raptor Recalled for Steering Gear Lock-Up

Agency Publication Date: March 8, 2023
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Summary

Ford is recalling approximately 343 vehicles, including certain 2023 Bronco Wildtrak and 2022 Bronco Raptor models, due to a serious defect in the steering system. Internal damage to the steering gear can cause the steering wheel to lock up or require significantly more effort to turn while driving. Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until a Ford dealer replaces the steering gear, which will be performed free of charge.

Risk

A steering wheel that locks while the vehicle is in motion results in a complete loss of steering control. This defect poses an immediate safety hazard and significantly increases the risk of a crash.

What You Should Do

  1. Confirm if your vehicle is an affected 2023 Bronco Wildtrak or 2022 Bronco Raptor.
  2. Stop driving this vehicle immediately and park it until the recall repair is completed, as advised by the manufacturer.
  3. Contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 to schedule a free replacement of the steering gear. Mention Ford's internal recall number 23S09.
  4. If you have already received a notification letter (mailed March 31, 2023), follow the instructions provided to coordinate the repair with your local dealer.
  5. Contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or visit www.nhtsa.gov for further information regarding recall 23V155.

Your Remedy Options

๐Ÿ”งFree Repair

Free replacement of the steering gear

How to: Owners are advised not to drive the vehicle. Contact a Ford dealer to have the steering gear replaced free of charge.

Affected Products

Product: 2023 Ford Bronco Wildtrak
Product: 2022 Ford Bronco Raptor

Additional Information

Agency: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Recall ID: 23V155000
Status: Active
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Sold By: Ford dealers
Units Affected: 343 vehicles(10% estimated defective)
Park Vehicle: No
Park Outside: No
OTA Update: No
Product Type: Vehicle (V)
Recall Classification: Safety Defect
Owner Notification Date: March 31, 2023
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.
Distributed To: Nationwide
Manufacturer Recall #: 23S09
Agency Last Updated: August 1, 2024

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AI-Enhanced Content: The summary, action steps, and risk assessment on this page were generated by AI from official government recall data to improve readability. This is not legal or medical advice. Always refer to the official agency sources below for authoritative information.

Sources: NHTSA Notice ยท Raw API Response