NHTSA Recall 23V597000: Pipes, hoses, and fittings (engine and engine cooling) and turbo/supercharger (engine and engine cooling)
Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 10 vehicles. It affects 2023 Ford Explorer.
| NHTSA campaign | 23V597000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 23S50 |
| Components | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › ENGINE › OIL/LUBRICATION › PIPES, HOSES, AND FITTINGS; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › ENGINE › GASOLINE › TURBO/SUPERCHARGER |
| Report received | August 25, 2023 |
| Owner notification | September 8, 2023 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 Explorer vehicles equipped with 2.3L GTDI engines. The turbocharger oil supply line may be damaged, which can result in an oil leak inside the engine compartment.
Safety risk
An oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire. In addition, the loss of oil can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Owners are advised to park and shut off the engine as soon as possible if they see an oil pressure warning light or smoke coming from the engine compartment. Dealers will replace the turbo oil supply line assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 8, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S50.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 23V597000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Ford Explorer | 2023 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.