Recall 22V792 affects 596 2023 Ford E-450 vehicles for loose rear axle rotor bolts. Repair is free at any franchised Ford dealer.
Ford is recalling 596 2023 E-450 vehicles over an improperly tightened bolt that secures the rear axle rotor to the wheel hub. If that connection fails, a wheel can separate from the vehicle and increase the risk of a crash; Ford dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The rear axle rotor on a 2023 Ford E-450 is the round brake disc mounted at the wheel hub. When you press the brake pedal, the brake pads clamp that rotor to slow the vehicle, and the hub carries the wheel on the axle. The bolts that hold the rotor to the hub keep that assembly locked together while it turns.
On affected E-450s, certain rotor and hub assemblies were reworked by the supplier, and the bolts were not torqued correctly. A loose bolt lets the joint slip instead of staying clamped tight. That movement puts stress into the rotor hat, the center section of the rotor that fastens to the hub. If that section fractures, the wheel and rotor assembly can separate from the axle.
Before failure, the ABS malfunction light can illuminate in the instrument cluster, and the driver can feel brake pulsation while applying the brakes. Those are the warning signs Ford identified for this defect.
Who's affected?
| 2023 Ford E-450 | drive axle |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 596 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included.
What's the safety risk?
Loose rear axle hub bolts allow the wheel to separate from the vehicle, which increases the risk of a crash. The ABS malfunction light and brake pulsation while braking are warning signs. If your VIN is included, schedule the recall repair promptly. Repair is free at any franchised Ford dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2023 Ford E-450 is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Ford dealer to schedule the free rear-axle rotor and hub inspection that checks for loose bolts linked to wheel separation.
- Bring the owner letter if you have it. If not, reference recall number 22V792 when you call.
- Call Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 with questions about the inspection or repair.
- Drive cautiously until the dealer completes the inspection and any needed repair.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Ford technician inspects the rear axle serial number. If the axle is included, the technician removes and inspects the rear axle rotor and hub assembly. Loose bolts mean the rotor and hub assembly are replaced. Parts and labor are covered under the recall. Ford's reimbursement plan covers eligible owner-paid repairs completed before recall notification, with eligibility ending January 09, 2024. Bring repair invoices and payment records to the service desk, or contact Ford customer service, when asking about reimbursement.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| October 20, 2022 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| October 21, 2022 | Dealer notification began |
| October 21, 2022 | Dealer notification ended |
| November 14, 2022 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| November 14, 2022 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| April 18, 2023 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 22V792?
Recall 22V792 covers 596 2023 Ford E-450 vehicles with a rear axle rotor bolt tightening issue that can lead to wheel separation. Ford dealers will inspect the rear axle serial number and complete any needed rotor and hub assembly work for free.
What should I do if my 2023 Ford E-450 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 22V792. If it is, contact a franchised Ford dealer to schedule the rear axle inspection and any needed rotor and hub assembly repair. Reference Ford recall number 22S68 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Ford's remedy states that the inspection and any needed rotor and hub assembly replacement are free at a franchised Ford dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is wheel separation from the vehicle, which increases crash risk. If your VIN is included, arrange the dealer inspection before relying on the vehicle for regular use. The dealer repair path is free.
When were owners notified about recall 22V792?
Ford mailed owner notification letters on April 18, 2023. Used-vehicle owners and anyone who missed the letter still qualify for the free recall repair if their VIN is included. Ford customer service is 1-866-436-7332.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/22V792000 |
|---|---|
| Ford customer service | 1-866-436-7332 |
| NHTSA recall # | 22V792 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 22V792000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
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