Recall 23V283000: 2023 Ford Ranger and 1 other model
NHTSA flags this campaign with a do-not-drive advisory. Check your VIN right away and follow the manufacturer’s notice.
- Report received
- Apr 20, 2023
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Potentially affected
- 1,434vehicles
- Model years
- 2023
Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
What NHTSA recorded
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.
Possible consequence
Loose lug nuts may result in wheel detachment while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 2023 Ford Bronco230 complaints
- 2023 Ford Ranger18 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.