2023 Ford F-150 Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
GoodComplaint Index
27/100
#12 most-complained of 16 F-150 years
The 2023 Ford F-150 has a complaint index of 27 and ranks 12th out of 16 model years, earning a 'Good' verdict relative to other F-150 years. It has 407 complaints, 13 recalls, and no reported deaths, with Transmission & Powertrain the top problem area at 38% of complaints.
- Complaints
- 407
- Recalls
- 13
- Crashes / fires
- 18 / 4
- Injuries / deaths
- 11 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- 19
- 17 city / 23 hwy
Top 2023 Ford F-150 problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Transmission & Powertrain156 (38%)
- Electrical System97 (24%)
- Other68 (17%)
- Brakes52 (13%)
- Engine45 (11%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras32 (8%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires30 (7%)
- Structure & Body25 (6%)
- Visibility & Wipers24 (6%)
- Steering16 (4%)
What owners report
- Owners report unintended acceleration in reverse and while braking at low speeds, sometimes resulting in collisions.
- Drivers describe the automatic emergency braking system failing to engage, leading to rear-end crashes.
- Some owners report the truck shifting into reverse on its own after being parked, causing injury or damage.
- A driver's side wheel and axle reportedly detached at highway speed, causing loss of control and a crash.
- Owners describe the truck shutting off unexpectedly while driving at highway speed, with the radio flickering before the stall.
- One owner reported a fire starting immediately after a crash, with the doors locking and failing to open.
2023 Ford F-150 recalls
13 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 26V578000Sep 9, 2026Fuel System223,472 vehicles
Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly:mounting
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023-2027 F-150 vehicles. The fuel tank may be improperly secured and leak fuel, or detach from the vehicle while driving.
Risk: A detached tank can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, a fuel leak can cause an engine stall or increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel tank straps, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 21, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S69. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 14, 2026.
- NHTSA 26V489000Jul 28, 2026Collision Avoidance & Cameras47,587 vehiclesOver-the-air fix
Back over prevention:display function
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. A software error may cause the rearview camera image to be obstructed by the infotainment home screen menu when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk: An obstructed rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
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. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in September 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C37. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 31, 2026.
- NHTSA 26V104000Feb 20, 2026Electrical System4,381,878 vehiclesOver-the-air fix
Exterior lighting:tail lights
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. When towing a trailer, the integrated trailer module (ITRM) may lose communication with the vehicle, possibly causing a loss of brake and turn signal lights, or a loss of brake function. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, " Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk: Trailer lights or brakes that do not function can reduce the driverâs ability to control the trailer and decrease the trailers visibility to other road users, increasing the risk of a crash.
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. Ford's number for this recall is 26C10. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning March 17, 2026.
2023 Ford F-150 fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 17 MPG
- Highway
- 23 MPG
- Combined
- 19 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $3,400
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Regular
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2023 compared with other F-150 years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2023 Ford F-150 reliable?
- NHTSA data shows the 2023 F-150 has a complaint index of 27, ranking 12th out of 16 model years, which earns a 'Good' verdict compared to other F-150 years.
- What are the most common problems with the 2023 F-150?
- Transmission & Powertrain complaints make up 38% of all reports, followed by Electrical System issues at 24% and Brakes at 13%, according to NHTSA complaint data.
- Does the 2023 F-150 have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists 13 recalls for the 2023 F-150, including issues with the fuel tank straps, rearview camera software, and rear axle hub bolts on trucks with the Trailer Tow Max Duty package.
- What is the fuel economy of the 2023 F-150?
- EPA rates the 2023 F-150 at 19 mpg combined (17 city / 23 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,400.
- At what mileage do 2023 F-150 problems typically show up?
- NHTSA complaint data shows a median mileage at failure of 29,700 miles overall, with brake complaints centered around 12,000 miles and suspension complaints around 2,589 miles.