Recall 23V072 affects 321 2023 Ford F-150 trucks for a passenger air bag deployment defect. Repair is free at any franchised Ford dealer.
Ford is recalling 321 2023 F-150 vehicles because the passenger-side instrument panel top cover can keep the air bag from deploying as intended. That raises injury risk in a crash, and Ford dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The passenger-side instrument panel top cover on the 2023 Ford F-150 is the trim surface over the right side of the dashboard. It sits in the area where the passenger frontal air bag has to open during a crash. That cover is supposed to clear the air bag path so the bag deploys as designed.
On affected trucks, Ford found that some top covers were built with material that did not meet specification. The problem traces to contaminated resin in the molded substrate or contaminated colorant in the outer skin material. Because of that material problem, the cover can interfere with the passenger air bag instead of moving out of the way.
There is no warning sign before failure. The truck will not give you a useful symptom that the top cover is out of specification, so the VIN determines whether this recall applies.
Who's affected?
| 2023 Ford F-150 | front air bag |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 321 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific pickup is included in this recall.
What's the safety risk?
The passenger air bag can fail to deploy as intended in a crash, increasing the risk of injury for the front passenger. There is no warning sign before failure, so confirm your VIN and schedule the repair soon if it is included. Repair is free at any franchised Ford dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2023 Ford F-150 is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Ford dealer to schedule the free passenger instrument panel top cover replacement so the passenger air bag can deploy as intended.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it. If not, reference recall number 23V072 when you call.
- Ask the Ford dealer whether the front passenger seat should stay empty until the repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Ford technician replaces the passenger instrument panel top cover so the passenger air bag can deploy as intended. Parts and labor are free under the recall. Ford's standard reimbursement plan covered documented out-of-pocket repairs paid before owner notification, and the eligibility period ended April 21, 2023. If you already paid for this repair before that deadline, bring prior repair paperwork to the service desk.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| February 10, 2023 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| February 15, 2023 | Dealer notification began |
| February 15, 2023 | Dealer notification ended |
| March 16, 2023 | Owner notification mailed |
| March 20, 2023 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 23V072?
Recall 23V072 covers 321 2023 Ford F-150 trucks with a passenger-side instrument panel top cover that can stop the frontal air bag from deploying as intended. Ford dealers will replace the passenger instrument panel top cover for free.
What should I do if my 2023 Ford F-150 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific truck is included in recall 23V072. If it is, contact a franchised Ford dealer to schedule replacement of the passenger instrument panel top cover. Reference Ford recall number 23C01 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. The recall repair is free under Ford's remedy for recall 23V072. A franchised Ford dealer will replace the passenger instrument panel top cover at no cost for parts or labor.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is air bag deployment in a crash. If the passenger-side frontal air bag does not deploy as intended, the passenger has an increased risk of injury. The free dealer repair replaces the panel cover tied to that deployment problem.
When did Ford notify owners about recall 23V072?
Ford mailed owner notification letters on March 16, 2023. If you bought the truck used or never received the letter, check your VIN and call a Ford dealer with recall number 23C01.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/23V072000 |
|---|---|
| Ford customer service | 1-866-436-7332 |
| NHTSA recall # | 23V072 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 23V072000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
- Download Misc. Document (PDF)
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