2023 Ford F-150
This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1984 | 2 |
| 1987 | 2 |
| 1989 | 14 |
| 1990 | 21 |
| 1991 | 306 |
| 1992 | 479 |
| 1993 | 588 |
| 1994 | 700 |
| 1995 | 626 |
| 1996 | 324 |
| 1997 | 2758 |
| 1998 | 1381 |
| 1999 | 1044 |
| 2000 | 1075 |
| 2001 | 1236 |
| 2002 | 821 |
| 2003 | 423 |
| 2004 | 2028 |
| 2005 | 1112 |
| 2006 | 585 |
| 2007 | 488 |
| 2008 | 368 |
| 2009 | 324 |
| 2010 | 842 |
| 2011 | 2185 |
| 2012 | 1776 |
| 2013 | 2978 |
| 2014 | 1520 |
| 2015 | 1685 |
| 2016 | 2026 |
| 2017 | 1416 |
| 2018 | 2276 |
| 2019 | 1312 |
| 2020 | 717 |
| 2021 | 991 |
| 2022 | 581 |
| 2023 | 400 |
| 2024 | 185 |
| 2025 | 102 |
| 2026 | 7 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
38% of complaints: power train — 153 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing axle assembly and column shift.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
I was practicing backing up while turning my new approximately 3,000 lb equipment trailer for safety & maneuvering skill purposes. There was no payload in my trailer that I was towing.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260730
Also filed under ENGINE
Took delivery of a new 2023 Ford F-150 on 2/18/2023. Upon inspection once at home I discovered excessive Rust/Oxidation in the underbody area.
NHTSA ODI report, 20230330
21% of complaints: electrical system — 83 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing speedometer/odometer and inverter.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
On [XXX] as I was going in reverse the car started to accelerate out of control, I pumped the breaks and it increased speed, I then tried to power down truck and that did not work.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240126
Also filed under ENGINE and VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
My truck features the B&O speakers and initially I heard a very loud pop on the passenger side of the vehicle. Radio and CarPlay was playing but no sound was coming from the speakers.
NHTSA ODI report, 20230623
Also filed under UNKNOWN OR OTHER
12% of complaints: service brakes — 49 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
driving approximately 20 miles an hour, gently applying the brake as I was approaching a stoplight when the brake suddenly engaged forcefully causing the car to jerk to a stop unexpectedly.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260709
Also filed under FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
8% of complaints: forward collision avoidance — 31 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing warnings and automatic emergency braking.
CRASH7% of complaints: engine — 27 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE INJURYSAFETY TIMELINE
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 F-150 vehicles. The instrument panel top cover on the passenger-side may prevent the air bag from deploying as intended.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the passenger instrument panel top cover, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 16, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23C01.
Campaign 23V072000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 F-150, Expedition, and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The front axle pinion may not have been heat-treated, which can cause it to fracture.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the front axle pinion gear set. If there is a broken front axle pinion, the entire axle assembly will be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 21, 2023.
Campaign 23V128000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2023 F-150, Mustang, Explorer, Bronco, and 2023 Lincoln Aviator vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the transmissions, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 25, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S06.
Campaign 23V070000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 F-150 vehicles equipped with a single exhaust system. Contact with the rear axle housing may damage the wiring harness, causing the electric parking brake to activate unexpectedly.
Remedy: Dealers will install a protective tie strap, tape wrap, and replace the harness as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 12, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.
Campaign 23V509000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 F-150 and Ford SD F250, F350, F450, F550, and F600 vehicles. The steering wheel clock spring may have an insufficient weld, causing a loss of electrical connection to the driver's frontal air bag.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the clock spring as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 3, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.
Campaign 23V847000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, 2020-2024 Escape, Lincoln Corsair, 2018-2024 F-150, Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The air bag warning label may be missing from the dashboard.
Remedy: Ford will mail owners the warning labels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 19, 2024. Owners may call Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24C39.
Campaign 24V852000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 F-150 vehicles equipped with the Trailer Tow Max Duty package and a 9.75-inch heavy duty axle with a 3/4 float axle design.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the left and right rear axle shaft assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 9, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S65.
Campaign 23V896000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023-2025 F-150 vehicles equipped with the Trailer Tow Max Duty package and a 9.75-inch heavy duty axle with a 3/4 float axle design.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the left and right rear axle shaft assemblies, free of charge. This is a phased recall. Ford owners will receive letters in multiple phases, beginning August 2025 through Winter 2025.
Campaign 25V512000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco, F-150, 2021-2024 Edge, 2022-2025 Escape, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, F-600, 2022-2024 Expedition, 2022-2025 Transit, 2021-2023 Mach-E, 2024 Ranger, Mustang, 2021-2023 Lincoln Nautilus,...
Remedy: The accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air update, free of charge.
Campaign 25V315000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, 2021-2023 F-150, 2022 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, and F-450 SD vehicles.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair the moonroof wind deflector as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 10, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SB7.
Campaign 25V729000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2026 F-150, 2022-2026 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, Maverick, 2024-2026 Ranger, 2023-2026 F-600 SD, 2022-2027 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, and 2026 E-Transit vehicles.
Remedy: The integrated trailer module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 25, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.
Campaign 26V104000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 F-150 and 2023-2026 F-250 SD vehicles equipped with 8-inch SYNC infotainment screens.
Remedy: The accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed August 7, 2026.
Campaign 26V489000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2023 Ford F-150 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for power train issues (153 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (83 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (49 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 26V489000 (back over prevention) has been completed.
- Verify recall 23V072000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 23V128000 (power train) has been completed.
- Verify recall 23V070000 (power train) has been completed.
- Verify recall 23V509000 (parking brake) has been completed.
- Verify recall 23V847000 (air bags, steering) has been completed.
- Verify recall 24V852000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 23V896000 (power train) has been completed.
- Verify recall 25V512000 (power train) has been completed.
- Verify recall 25V315000 (back over prevention) has been completed.
- Verify recall 25V729000 (visibility) has been completed.
- Verify recall 26V104000 (electrical system, exterior lighting) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2023 Ford F-150 reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2023 Ford F-150 is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Ford F-150?
The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 38% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2023 Ford F-150 have?
12 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.