2022-2023 Ford Bronco Steering Recall (23V155)
Ford Motor Company · 343 vehicles · Reported March 8, 2023
Ford Motor Company is recalling 343 2022-2023 Ford Bronco vehicles. Internal damage to the steering gear may require increased steering effort or cause the steering wheel to lock-up. A steering wheel that locks-up can result in a complete loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will make the repair free of charge.
Recall 23V155 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 23V155000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | 23S09 |
| Date reported to NHTSA | March 8, 2023 |
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Vehicles | 2022-2023 Ford Bronco |
| Units affected | 343 |
| Component | Steering |
| Safety risk | A steering wheel that locks-up can result in a complete loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Fix | Available at dealers |
What is wrong with the 2022-2023 Ford Bronco in recall 23V155?
Internal damage to the steering gear may require increased steering effort or cause the steering wheel to lock-up.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 Bronco Wildtrak and 2022 Bronco Raptor vehicles. Internal damage to the steering gear may require increased steering effort or cause the steering wheel to lock-up.
Is it safe to drive a 2022-2023 Bronco with recall 23V155?
NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: A steering wheel that locks-up can result in a complete loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: A steering wheel that locks-up can result in a complete loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
There is no do-not-drive order on this campaign. If your Bronco shows warning lights or behaves differently in a way that involves the steering, have it checked before driving further.
Which vehicles are included in recall 23V155?
Recall 23V155 covers 343 vehicles: 2022-2023 Ford Bronco.
NHTSA lists 343 vehicles in this campaign. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2022-2023 | Ford | Bronco |
What is the fix for the Bronco steering recall?
Yes. Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy is performed.
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy is performed. Dealers will replace the steering gear, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 31, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S09.
When was recall 23V155 announced?
Ford Motor Company reported recall 23V155 to NHTSA on March 8, 2023. NHTSA lists the owner letter date as March 31, 2023.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| March 8, 2023 | Ford Motor Company filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 23V155000. |
| March 31, 2023 | Owner notification letters mailed (per NHTSA). |
This recall was filed 43 months ago. If your Bronco was built in that window, the VIN check below is the way to confirm it is included.
How do I check if my Bronco is part of recall 23V155?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 23V155 is open on your Bronco, it will be listed there.
Look up your VIN on nhtsa.gov/recalls. If 23V155000 is open on your Bronco, it will be listed there, along with Ford recall number 23S09. You can also ask any Ford dealer to run the VIN. The VIN is printed on your registration and visible through the lower driver-side windshield.
What should Bronco owners do about recall 23V155?
Check your VIN, schedule the free recall repair, and keep a repair order for every dealer visit.
- Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm recall 23V155000 applies to your Bronco.
- Call a Ford dealer and schedule the recall repair. Ask how long the repair takes and whether parts are in stock.
- Keep a copy of every repair order. Check that each one lists your complaint, the mileage, and the dates in and out.
- Write down when symptoms involving the steering happen: date, mileage, speed, weather and what you felt or heard. Photos and short videos help.
- Count the days the vehicle is at the dealer. Days out of service add up toward California's 30-day presumption.
- If the problem comes back after the repair, return to the dealer and contact a lemon law attorney.
What are Bronco owners reporting to NHTSA?
Owners have filed 602 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 20 of them about the steering.
Since recall 23V155 was reported on March 8, 2023, owners have filed 20 complaints with NHTSA about the steering on these vehicles. 0 of them (0%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt.
How we counted: we matched NHTSA owner complaints for the model years in this recall that list the steering and were received on or after March 8, 2023, then flagged narratives that describe a repeat failure or a problem returning after a dealer repair, recall service or software update. Data from NHTSA, accessed October 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports and may involve a related steering issue rather than this exact defect; automated text matching can miss or misread some reports.
NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 602 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 20 of them involve the steering. Complaints are reports from owners and have not been verified by NHTSA, but a high count for the same component is a sign the problem is widespread.
- 2022 Ford Bronco: 376 complaints in total, 13 about the steering
- 2023 Ford Bronco: 226 complaints in total, 7 about the steering
A few excerpts from owner complaints filed with NHTSA (unverified, lightly trimmed):
The contact owns a 2022 Ford Bronco. While the contact’s daughter was driving at various speeds, the power steering malfunctioned, causing the steering wheel to become difficult to turn in either direction. The vehicle was taken to the local mechanic who was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired.
2022 Ford Bronco owner, NY, NHTSA complaint 11645588, filed February 28, 2025
When parking or turning at stop lights periodically my steering wheel will lock up and become extremely hard to turn. I get stuck in the middle of an intersection or a parking lot not being able to turn my wheel. I have had the dealership look at it however they could not recreate the issue.
2022 Ford Bronco owner, NV, NHTSA complaint 11658327, filed May 1, 2025
When turning the steering wheel right or left going in a slight decline or incline the wheel seems to lock up or requires a hard pull to move the wheel, its now to the point my wife can no longer drive the car.
2022 Ford Bronco owner, NJ, NHTSA complaint 11660450, filed May 12, 2025
Can recall 23V155 make my Bronco a lemon in California?
Not by itself. A recall repair that fails, or repeat dealer visits for the same defect, can support a California lemon law claim.
A recall by itself does not make a car a lemon. Under California's Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act, what matters is whether a defect covered by the warranty substantially impairs the vehicle's use, value or safety, and whether the manufacturer or its dealers fixed it within a reasonable number of attempts (Civ. Code 1793.2(d)).
A steering problem on the 2022-2023 Ford Bronco is the kind of safety defect that California law treats seriously. Fewer repair attempts may be needed for a claim than with a comfort or convenience defect.
The recall repair is available at dealers. If it works, great. If the same symptom comes back, the recall visit is one repair attempt and the next visit is another.
For the first 18 months or 18,000 miles, California presumes the manufacturer had enough chances if the Bronco went in two or more times for a defect likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for the same defect, or spent more than 30 days in the shop (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Direct notice to the manufacturer is required for some of these. The presumption is a shortcut, not the only path to a claim.
An owner who prevails in a lemon law case can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
In our cases, a recall repair visit counts as a repair attempt, and it's strongest when the owner complained about the problem before the recall came out. A recall shows the defect is real and that enough owners reported it for the manufacturer to issue a fix.
The biggest mistake I see is waiting too long. The mileage offset starts at your first repair visit for the problem, so the sooner you take it in, the better. If the problem comes and goes, take it in when it happens. You can't go back to that date later.
If you get a recall notice, call a lemon law attorney right away. You may have taken the car in for the same problem before and forgotten, or there may be other recalls related to it.
Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320), Founder and Managing Attorney. Quotes lightly edited for clarity. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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Frequently asked questions about recall 23V155
Did the recall 23V155 fix work?
Since recall 23V155 was reported on March 8, 2023, owners have filed 20 complaints with NHTSA about the steering on these vehicles. 0 of them (0%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt. If your vehicle still has the problem after the recall repair, go back to the dealer, get a repair order, and talk to a lemon law attorney.
When will owners be notified?
According to NHTSA, owner notification letters were or are scheduled to be mailed March 31, 2023.
Is the 23V155000 recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers.
How do I know if my Bronco is part of recall 23V155000?
Enter your 17-character VIN in NHTSA's recall lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or call a dealer. The VIN is on your registration, insurance card and the lower corner of the windshield.
Does a recall mean my car is a lemon?
Not on its own. A lemon law claim depends on whether a covered defect keeps coming back or keeps the vehicle out of service. A recall repair that fails, or repeat visits for the same problem, can support a claim.
Does the recall fixing my car mean I have no case?
Not necessarily. Even if the recall repair fixed it, you may still have a case, and a car that's a year or more old can still qualify.
Do used cars qualify for California lemon law?
We take certified pre-owned, demo and dealer vehicles. Since the California Supreme Court's Rodriguez decision in 2024, ordinary used cars generally do not qualify.
How long does a recall lemon law case take?
Recall-related cases typically resolve in one to three months from your first call. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
What does a lemon law attorney cost?
You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
Sources
- NHTSA recall record 23V155000 (recall report and owner letters are posted there)
- NHTSA complaints and recalls data, accessed October 1, 2026
- California Civil Code 1793.2 and 1793.22
Attorney advertising. America’s Lemon Lawyer is a trade name of Wynn Law Group, APC. Responsible attorney: Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320). This page is general information, not legal advice. America’s Lemon Lawyer is not affiliated with NHTSA or Ford. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.