Ford is recalling 2023 Explorer vehicles with a loose or missing front suspension fastener that may cause steering pull, increased steering effort, or brake fluid leaks. Owners must contact Ford for free inspection.
A loose or missing connection between the knuckle and strut can cause improper tire alignment, resulting in a steering pull or require increased steering effort. Additionally, the brake hose may contact the tire and become damaged, resulting in a brake fluid leak and a loss of braking ability. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Ford is recalling 2023 Explorer vehicles with a loose or missing front suspension fastener that could cause steering pull, increased steering effort, or brake fluid leaks. This recall is important because it could increase crash risk if not fixed.
A loose or missing connection between the steering knuckle and strut can cause improper tire alignment, leading to steering pull or requiring more steering effort. Additionally, the brake hose might contact the tire and get damaged, causing brake fluid leaks and loss of braking ability. Both issues could increase crash risk.
Owners of 2023 Ford Explorers with a loose or missing right-front lower fastener connecting the steering knuckle and strut are affected. Drivers using these vehicles without the fix may experience steering issues or brake problems.
Check if your 2023 Ford Explorer has a loose or missing right-front lower fastener connecting the steering knuckle and strut. The recall was notified to owners via mail on March 8, 2024.
Call 1-866-436-7332 to schedule a free inspection at a dealer.
Dealers will check and tighten or replace the fasteners at no cost.
Dealers will inspect the fasteners, and tighten or install them as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 08, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S04.
A loose or missing connection between the steering knuckle and strut can cause improper tire alignment, leading to steering pull or increased steering effort. The brake hose may also contact the tire and become damaged, causing brake fluid leaks.
Your 2023 Ford Explorer may be affected if the right-front lower fastener connecting the steering knuckle and strut is loose or missing.
Contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 to schedule a free inspection at a dealer.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Ford to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 24V091000 — Ford Ford Hello, I own a Ford that is covered by recall 24V091000 from Ford. The official recall notice states: Dealers will inspect the fasteners, and tighten or install them as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 08, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S04. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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