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Issue Date
2023-02-24
Campaign
23S07/23V128
Description
On your vehicle, it may be possible the front axle pinion was not properly heat treated during the manufacturing process.
Safety Risk
A front axle pinion that was not properly heat treated may fracture, which may lead to the loss of the 4X4 application with the potential of the front wheels locking up, increasing the risk of a crash. The failure mode could occur at any time in 4X4 application but is expected to occur primarily while in reverse as the pinion is subject to higher loads.
Remedy
Ford Motor Company has authorized your dealer to inspect and test your vehicles front axle pinion for hardness. If found defective, your dealer will replace the front axle assembly, free of charge parts and labor.
Next Steps
Contact your dealer for more information to schedule the free service.
Issue Date
2023-02-24
Campaign
23S07/23V128
Description
On your vehicle, it may be possible the front axle pinion was not properly heat treated during the manufacturing process.
Safety Risk
A front axle pinion that was not properly heat treated may fracture, which may lead to the loss of the 4X4 application with the potential of the front wheels locking up, increasing the risk of a crash. The failure mode could occur at any time in 4X4 application but is expected to occur primarily while in reverse as the pinion is subject to higher loads.
Remedy
Ford Motor Company has authorized your dealer to inspect and test your vehicles front axle pinion for hardness. If found defective, your dealer will replace the front axle assembly, free of charge parts and labor.
Next Steps
Contact your dealer for more information to schedule the free service.
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