Wheels: lugs/nuts/bolts/studsRecall 23V-283 · Ford vehicles
Ford Motor Company recall 23V-283 covers 1,434 Ford vehicles for a wheels: lugs/nuts/bolts/studs problem, reported to NHTSA on April 20, 2023. The manufacturer's latest report (2025 Q1) shows 90% of affected vehicles repaired.
Do not drive these vehicles until repaired
Source: NHTSA recall 23V283000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 Bronco and Ranger vehicles. The lug nuts on the driver's side wheels may have been improperly tightened.
The risk
Loose lug nuts may result in wheel detachment while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy is completed. Dealers will inspect, and if necessary, retighten the lug nuts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 2, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S17.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
90%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA. 4 vehicles were listed as unreachable.