The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·23V439000·Announced 2023-06-23

2023 Lincoln Nautilus Brake System Risk from Defective Rear Shock Absorbers

Ford is recalling 366 2023 Lincoln Nautilus vehicles due to incorrectly manufactured rear shock absorbers that may damage the brake hose, potentially extending stopping distance and increasing crash risk. Dealers will inspect and replace affected components at no cost.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: This is a structural vehicle defect affecting the braking system; a damaged brake hose can extend stopping distance and increase crash risk. However, no injuries or property damage have been reported, placing this under risk-of-harm products where injury has not yet been reported.

Plain-English summary

Ford Motor Company is recalling 366 2023 Lincoln Nautilus vehicles. The rear shock absorbers in these vehicles may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can damage the rear brake hose, wheel speed sensor, axle half shaft, and stabilizer bar end links.

A damaged brake hose can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

The recall affects all 2023 Lincoln Nautilus vehicles. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 17, 2023. Ford's recall number is 23S32.

Owners should contact their Ford dealer to schedule a free inspection and replacement of affected rear shocks, rear brake hoses, rear wheel speed sensors, and rear half shafts as necessary. Ford customer service is available at 1-866-436-7332. For general safety information, contact NHTSA's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or visit www.nhtsa.gov.

The recalled product

Product
LINCOLN NAUTILUS
Brand
LINCOLN
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Category
Vehicle — Braking System
Hazard
Affected units
366

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • NAUTILUS

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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