2023 Ford Bronco Wheel Stud Recall (23V283)
Ford Motor Company · 1,434 vehicles · Reported April 20, 2023
Ford Motor Company is recalling 1,434 2023 Ford Bronco; 2023 Ford Ranger vehicles. The lug nuts on the driver's side wheels may have been improperly tightened. Loose lug nuts may result in wheel detachment while driving, increasing the risk of a crash. The manufacturer is telling owners not to drive these vehicles until the recall repair is done.
Recall 23V283 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 23V283000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | 23S17 |
| Date reported to NHTSA | April 20, 2023 |
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Vehicles | 2023 Ford Bronco; 2023 Ford Ranger |
| Units affected | 1,434 |
| Component | Wheels > Lugs / Nuts / Bolts / Studs |
| Safety risk | Loose lug nuts may result in wheel detachment while driving, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Fix | Available at dealers |
What is wrong with the 2023 Ford Bronco in recall 23V283?
The lug nuts on the driver's side wheels may have been improperly tightened.
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.
Is it safe to drive a 2023 Bronco with recall 23V283?
No. NHTSA lists recall 23V283 as a Do Not Drive recall. Leave the vehicle parked until the repair is done.
NHTSA lists this as a Do Not Drive recall. The manufacturer is telling owners not to drive these vehicles until the recall repair is done. Call the dealer and ask for a tow and a loaner or rental.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: Loose lug nuts may result in wheel detachment while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Which vehicles are included in recall 23V283?
Recall 23V283 covers 1,434 vehicles: 2023 Ford Bronco; 2023 Ford Ranger.
NHTSA lists 1,434 vehicles in this campaign. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Ford | Bronco |
| 2023 | Ford | Ranger |
What is the fix for the Bronco wheel stud recall?
Yes. Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy is completed.
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.
When was recall 23V283 announced?
Ford Motor Company reported recall 23V283 to NHTSA on April 20, 2023. NHTSA lists the owner letter date as May 2, 2023.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| April 20, 2023 | Ford Motor Company filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 23V283000. |
| May 2, 2023 | Owner notification letters mailed (per NHTSA). |
This recall was filed 42 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 23V283?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 23V283 is open on your Bronco, it will be listed there.
Look up your VIN on nhtsa.gov/recalls. If 23V283000 is open on your Bronco, it will be listed there, along with Ford recall number 23S17. 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 23V283?
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 23V283000 applies to your Bronco.
- Do not drive the vehicle. Ask the dealer to arrange a tow and a loaner.
- 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 lugs and nuts and bolts and studs 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 recall repair does not fix it, or the vehicle keeps going back for the same issue, talk to a lemon law attorney.
What are Bronco owners reporting to NHTSA?
Owners have filed 244 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 17 of them about the suspension, wheels and tires.
Since recall 23V283 was reported on April 20, 2023, owners have filed 16 complaints with NHTSA about the suspension, wheels and tires on these vehicles. 1 of them (6%) 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 suspension, wheels and tires and were received on or after April 20, 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 suspension, wheels and tires issue rather than this exact defect; automated text matching can miss or misread some reports.
NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 244 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 17 of them involve the suspension, wheels and tires. 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.
- 2023 Ford Bronco: 226 complaints in total, 16 about the suspension, wheels and tires
- 2023 Ford Ranger: 18 complaints in total, 1 about the suspension, wheels and tires
A few excerpts from owner complaints filed with NHTSA (unverified, lightly trimmed):
The contact owns a 2023 Ford Ranger. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the front tires were rubbing while turning. The contact also stated that the front windshield was delaminating. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with misaligned front tires and front windshield delamination.
2023 Ford Ranger owner, FL, NHTSA complaint 11543233, filed September 7, 2023
The contact owns a 2023 Ford Bronco. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V025000 (SUSPENSION); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufactured had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue.
2023 Ford Bronco owner, WA, NHTSA complaint 11639963, filed January 31, 2025
I am respectfully requesting that MHTAS submit to Ford an alternative Ford parts subsitution to nullify the recall for my Bronco and others to whom this applies. The recall states that replacement parts will not be available until 3rd quarter of 2025.
2023 Ford Bronco owner, WA, NHTSA complaint 11640354, filed February 3, 2025
Can recall 23V283 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)).
If a suspension or wheel problem on the 2023 Ford Bronco returns after the recall work, keep the repair orders. Repeat visits for the same defect are what California's lemon law looks at.
A remedy is available. Many vehicles are fixed on the first try. If the problem returns after the recall repair, or the 2023 Ford Bronco has needed other repairs for the same defect, those visits count toward a lemon law claim.
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 23V283
Did the recall 23V283 fix work?
Since recall 23V283 was reported on April 20, 2023, owners have filed 16 complaints with NHTSA about the suspension, wheels and tires on these vehicles. 1 of them (6%) 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 May 2, 2023.
Is the 23V283000 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 23V283000?
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 23V283000 (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.