NHTSA Complaint #11701670 — 2022 FORD F-150

The contact owns a 2022 Ford F-150. The contact stated while the vehicle was at the independent mechanic receiving a tire replacement, the contact was informed that the rear passenger's side axle bolt was fractured and had detached. The contact was advised to take the vehicle to the dealer for assistance. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the contact was informed that the part was not available to repair the vehicle. In addition, the dealer kept the bolt. The contact was advised to contact the manufacturer for assistance. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the dealer twice for inspection prior to the failure, however the contact was informed that the parts were not available. The contact was unsure of when the failure had occurred between 10/16/2025 and 10/24/2025. The contact stated that because of the failure and the parts not being available, the vehicle was not repaired. In addition, the contact no longer had a vehicle to drive. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V896000 (Power Train); however, the part was not available for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was filed. The contact was informed that the parts were being manufactured. The failure mileage was approximately 40,500.