NHTSA (USA)Critical
2023 FORD BRONCONHTSA Campaign #23V283000
The official notice
Defect
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.
Safety Risk
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.
1,434 vehicles affectedMfr ref: 23S17Updated June 10, 2026