Ford Everest, Ranger Recall R/2023/152: On The Affected Vehicles The Brake Fluid Level Low Warning Message Will Not Appear On The…, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 23 May 2023
- Launched
- 18
- vehicles in the UK
- 22C36
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Ford recalled Everest, Ranger vehicles built between 22 September 2021 and 12 October 2022. The Brake Fluid Level Low warning message will not appear on the Instrument Panel Cluster when the brake fluid level falls below a pre-determined level. The recall notice describes the fix as: affected vehicles need to be returned to a Ford Authorised Dealer to have a software update that will restore feature functionality. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The Brake Fluid Level Low warning message will not appear on the Instrument Panel Cluster when the brake fluid level falls below a pre-determined level.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: On the affected vehicles the Brake Fluid Level Low warning message will not appear on the Instrument Panel Cluster when the brake fluid level falls below a pre-determined level Defect: On affected vehicles the Brake Fluid Level Low warning message will not appear on the Instrument Panel Cluster when the brake fluid level falls below a pre-determined level. Remedy: Affected vehicles need to be returned to a Ford Authorised Dealer to have a software update that will restore feature functionality.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: on the affected vehicles the Brake Fluid Level Low warning message will not appear on the Instrument Panel Cluster when the brake fluid level falls below a pre-determined level.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: affected vehicles need to be returned to a Ford Authorised Dealer to have a software update that will restore feature functionality. The fix is a software update, which usually takes under an hour at the dealer.
Are You Affected?
Everest, Ranger built between 22 September 2021 and 12 October 2022 may be included. Ford estimates 18 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Ford, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Ford.
- Book with any franchised Ford dealer, quoting the campaign code 22C36 or the DVSA reference R/2023/152. See how to get a Ford recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| RangerEngine failure | Urgent | R/2026/289 | |
| Kuga, RangerPotential exhaust gas recirculation valve failure | Urgent | R/2026/160 | |
| RangerHigh voltage battery tray retaining bracket replacement | Urgent | R/2026/123 | |
| RangerAutomatic Transmission no reverse | Low | R/2026/174 | |
| RangerTransmission oil pump gears software update | Low | R/2026/127 |
This is one of 378 Ford recalls in DVSA’s data. The Ford recall launched before it was R/2023/085 on 30 Mar 2023, for the driver s seat belt might have the webbing routed through the anchor rubber trim sleeve…. The one launched after it was R/2023/201 on 25 May 2023, for when the turn signal / hazard lamp audible indicator is activated an Event Warning Chime…. You can also see every Ford recall, all recalls launched in 2023 and brake recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2023/152, launched 23 May 2023. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.