The problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 Bronco vehicles. The transmission park system may have been damaged during assembly, which can prevent the parking pawl from fully engaging and result in a vehicle rollaway.
The risk
A vehicle rollaway can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the transmission, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 11, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S44.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 23V-546 (23V546000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 23S44 |
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Component | Power train › Automatic transmission › Internal › Park pawl |
| Report date | August 3, 2023 |
| Owners notified | August 11, 2023 |
| Vehicles affected | 2 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the transmission & drivetrain
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 23V-546 repair free?
Yes. Ford dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the transmission, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 11, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S44.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 2 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.