Nearly 113,000 Ford F-150s Recalled for Rollaway Risk

Towing is one of the main attractions to owning a full-size pickup truck, so for many owners, an inability to do that is an issue — especially if you’re the owner of a Ford F-150 specifically equipped with a towing package. Such is the case in Ford’s latest major recall, however, which addresses concerns over axle hub splines.

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Almost 113,000 model-year 2021-23 Ford F-150s equipped with the Trailer Tow Max Duty Package and a 9.75-inch heavy-duty axle with a three-quarter float axle design are affected. The issue stems from the rear-axle hub bolt, which may fatigue and break, possibly resulting in damage to the axle hub splines. Such damage can cause a loss of drive power or result in a vehicle rollaway when the vehicle is in Park without the parking brake applied. Each case increases the risk of a crash.

Ford doesn’t yet have a remedy, but owners will be instructed to take their truck to a dealer for an interim repair if they experience symptoms related to rear-axle bolt breakage (e.g., a clicking or rattling noise). The automaker will notify owners Jan. 29, but those with further questions in the meantime can call Ford at 866-436-7332 (Ford’s number for this recall is 23S65), the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s vehicle-safety hotline at 888-327-4236, or visit its website to check their vehicle identification number and learn more.

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