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Ford F-53 and F-59 rear brake bolts may loosen

NHTSA campaign 23V164000 · Reported 2023-03-10 · Ford Motor Company

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A damaged wheel can result in a loss of tire pressure. A damaged brake line can cause a brake fluid leak and reduce brake performance. Either condition increases the risk of a crash. The notice does not tell owners to stop driving.

What's wrong, in plain English

The bolts that hold the rear brake calipers in place may not have been tightened enough at the factory. If a bolt works loose, the caliper can move around and damage the wheel or the brake line running to it. A damaged wheel can lose tire pressure, and a damaged brake line can leak brake fluid, which means the brakes will not work as well as they should.

What you should do

1. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm your vehicle is included. 2. Call a Ford dealer to schedule the inspection, or contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 and mention recall 23S11. 3. Have the dealer tighten or replace the rear caliper bolts, which is free of charge.

Affected vehicles (2)

2022 Ford F-53
2022 Ford F-59

Who to contact

Ford — official Ford recall lookup

Customer service: 1-866-436-7332

Any franchised dealer for the brand can do the repair. Phone numbers are taken from manufacturer sites and recent NHTSA notices; if one has changed, the number in your own recall letter is the one to use.

The bigger picture

Why does Ford keep recalling brakes for leaks and pedal failures? · all 20 Ford recalls in this area

Official notice

Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER
Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 F-53 and F-59 vehicles. The rear brake caliper attachment bolts may not be tightened correctly, which can allow the caliper to loosen and possibly damage the wheel or brake lines.
Safety risk: A damaged wheel can result in a loss of tire pressure. A damaged brake line can cause a brake fluid leak and reduce brake performance. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and tighten the rear caliper bolts, as necessary, free of charge. In addition, any damaged bolts will be replaced, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 27, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S11.

Verify your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov. Recall repairs are free of charge by law.