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2023 Ford F-150 Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls

Caution The 2023 Ford F-150 has a complaint index of 35 with 407 complaints and 13 recalls, earning a Caution verdict capped due to 10 recall campaigns requiring a dealer visit. It ranks 14th worst out of 21 model years, better than the 2011-2018 Avoid years but with real recall exposure.

Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology

YearToAvoid Scorecard

Complaint Index
35/100
#14 of 21 F-150 years
Verdict
Caution
vs. other years of this model
Complaints
407
unique NHTSA reports
Recalls
13
distinct NHTSA campaigns
Crashes
18
reported in complaints
Fires
4
Injuries
11
Top issue
Transmission & Powertrain
Best nearby year
2010
rated Good
NHTSA overall rating
Not rated
EPA combined MPG
19
17 city / 23 hwy
Injuries / deaths
11 / 0

Top 2023 Ford F-150 problems

Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.

  1. Transmission & Powertrain156 (38%)
  2. Electrical System97 (24%)
  3. Other68 (17%)
  4. Brakes52 (13%)
  5. Engine45 (11%)
  6. Collision Avoidance & Cameras32 (8%)
  7. Suspension, Wheels & Tires30 (7%)
  8. Structure & Body25 (6%)
  9. Visibility & Wipers24 (6%)
  10. Steering16 (4%)

A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.

What owners report

  • Owners report unintended acceleration at low speeds or in reverse, sometimes resulting in collisions.
  • Some describe the truck shifting into reverse on its own after being parked with the door open, despite the auto-park sensor.
  • Reports of sudden electrical shutdowns at highway speed, with the radio flickering and the truck failing to restart for hours.
  • Brake failures are described, including brakes that did not stop the vehicle even when pressed to the floor.
  • One report describes a wheel and axle detaching from the vehicle while driving at 70 MPH, causing loss of control.
  • A crash-related fire is described where the doors locked after impact, trapping the occupant inside.
2023 Ford F-150 complaints: complaints filed per month30Mar 2023Oct 2023Apr 2024Oct 2024Apr 2025Oct 2025Apr 2026
407 complaints filed with NHTSA from Mar 2023 to Sep 2026; peak Jan 2026 (30).

2023 Ford F-150 recalls

13 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.

  1. 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.

  2. 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.

  3. 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 driver’s 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.

See all 13 recalls for the 2023 Ford F-150 →

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

Complaint Index by model year (0 = fewest issues, 100 = most)0255075100’05’06’07’08’09’10’11’12’13’14’15’16’17’18’19’20’21’22’23’24’25
Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best
YearVerdictIndexComplaintsRecallsMPG
2021Caution701,01229 !20
2022Caution505942320
2023Caution354071319
2024Caution251881119
2025Caution01041319

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2023 Ford F-150 reliable?
NHTSA data shows 407 complaints and a complaint index of 35, with a Caution verdict driven mainly by 10 recall campaigns needing a dealer visit rather than by complaint volume alone.
What are the most common problems with the 2023 F-150?
Transmission & Powertrain issues make up 38% of complaints (156 cases, median mileage 33,500), followed by Electrical System problems at 24% (97 cases) and Brakes at 13% (52 cases).
Does the 2023 F-150 have any recalls?
Yes, NHTSA lists 13 recalls for the 2023 F-150, including fuel tank straps that may allow the tank to leak or detach, and rear axle hub bolts on trucks with the Trailer Tow Max Duty package.
How does the 2023 F-150 compare to other model years?
The 2023 F-150 ranks 14th worst out of 21 model years with a complaint index of 35, well below the Avoid years like 2013 (index 100) and 2018 (index 95).
How many complaints has NHTSA received for the 2023 F-150?
NHTSA has logged 407 complaints for the 2023 F-150, including 18 crashes, 4 fires, and 11 injuries.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.