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Ford F-53 and F-59 Rear Brake Caliper Bolts Loose

NHTSA campaign 23V164000 · Reported Mar 10, 2023 · Ford Motor Company

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Ford says a damaged wheel can lose tire pressure and a damaged brake line can leak brake fluid and reduce braking performance, and either one increases the risk of a crash. The notice does not tell owners to stop driving.

Key facts

NHTSA campaign number	23V164000
Reported to NHTSA	Mar 10, 2023
Manufacturer	Ford Motor Company
Part affected	Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:disc:caliper
Vehicles covered	2 model/year combinations, model years 2022
Do-not-drive advisory	No
Park-outside advisory	No
Repair	Free at any franchised dealer

What's wrong, in plain English

The bolts that hold the rear brake calipers in place may not have been tightened correctly. The caliper is the part that squeezes the brake pads to slow the vehicle. If those bolts are not tight, the caliper can work loose and may damage the wheel or the brake lines running to it. Dealers will check the rear caliper bolts, tighten them if needed, and replace any bolts that are damaged.

What you should do

1. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if your vehicle is included.
2. Contact a Ford dealer to have the rear caliper bolts inspected and tightened; Ford customer service is 1-866-436-7332 (Ford's recall number is 23S11).
3. The inspection and repair are free.

Where do I find my VIN, and what do I tell the dealer?

Your VIN is the 17-character code on the lower left of the windshield, on your registration and usually on your insurance card. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether this recall is still open on your car. When you call the dealer, say you have an open safety recall and give them NHTSA campaign number 23V164000. More in how recalls work.

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

Ford Hydraulic Brake Recalls Involving Fluid Leaks and Pedals · all 20 Ford recalls in this area

Other Ford F-53 recalls

Apr 14, 2026Ford F-53 and F-59 Missing Front Wheel Hub Nuthigh
Mar 17, 2026Ford F-53 and F-59 brake lights may stay litmedium
Jan 21, 2026Ford F-53 Brake Lights May Malfunctionhigh
Sep 27, 2024Ford F-53 Cluster May Not Show Correct Gearmedium
Jul 21, 2023Ford F-53 Corrosion Can Disable Instrument Panelmedium
Jul 22, 2022Ford F-53 F-59 Steering Wheel Bolt May Loosenhigh

All 8 F-53 recalls

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.