How many electrical complaints does the 2023 Ford F-350 have?

NHTSA lists 15 Electrical System complaints for the 2023 Ford F-350, which is 37% of the 41 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2023 Ford F-350 electrical system?

Yes. Recall 26V104000 covers integrated trailer module software, and recall 23V506000 covers a digital instrument panel cluster module. Neither carries a do-not-drive or park-outside warning.

At what mileage do 2023 F-350 electrical problems usually start?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for electrical complaints is 12,750 miles.

Have the 2023 F-350 electrical issues caused any crashes or fires?

NHTSA data shows 0 crashes and 0 fires linked to these electrical complaints, and no injuries were reported.

2023 Ford F-350 Electrical System Problems

Owners filed 15 Electrical System complaints for the 2023 Ford F-350, 37% of that year's 41 total complaints, with a median failure mileage of 12,750. Two related recalls (26V104000 and 23V506000) cover trailer module software and instrument cluster wiring.

Electrical System complaints: 15; 37% of 41
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 12,750 mi
Related recalls: 2

Typical electrical symptoms owners report

Trailer connector plugs melt or burn at the truck-side connection, sometimes triggering a false 'trailer disconnected' warning with no trailer brakes.
Dash and infotainment screens intermittently power down and reboot while driving, often paired with 'vehicle may not start/restart' warnings and front camera or pre-collision assist faults.
Speakers suddenly screech at extremely high volume with no way to silence them except shutting off the vehicle, in some cases accompanied by a smell of hot electrical components.
Air recirculation system disengages on its own when the A/C is not on MAX, letting outside air and a strong odor into the cabin.
A/C compressor clutch fails internally, and owners report no replacement parts were available from Ford.
Low-beam headlights fail to project adequate light ahead of the vehicle, reducing visibility at night.

When 2023 Ford F-350 electrical complaints were filed

First complaint May 8, 2023, latest Mar 17, 2026.

15 complaints filed with NHTSA from May 2023 to Mar 2026; peak Jan 2024 (2).

Electrical System recalls for the 2023 Ford F-350

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.
NHTSA 23V506000Jul 21, 2023Electrical System38,695 vehicles
Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 Escape, Super Duty F-250, Super Duty F-350, Super Duty F-450, and Super Duty F-550 vehicles equipped with a digital instrument panel cluster. The module may have been improperly soldered, preventing the instrument panel from illuminating. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "Control and Displays."
Risk: An inoperable instrument panel cannot show critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, which may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the module or instrument panel as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 4, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23C25.

Electrical System complaints by F-350 model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

200546 (14%)
200616 (6%)
20075 (8%)
200810 (4%)
20093 (6%)
20104 (8%)
201116 (9%)
201210 (5%)
20133 (3%)
20147 (7%)
201516 (8%)
201610 (5%)
201732 (6%)
201812 (6%)
201921 (5%)
202014 (7%)
202113 (14%)
202229 (26%)
202315 (37%)
202417 (39%)
20254 (29%)

Frequently asked questions

How many electrical complaints does the 2023 Ford F-350 have?: NHTSA lists 15 Electrical System complaints for the 2023 Ford F-350, which is 37% of the 41 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2023 Ford F-350 electrical system?: Yes. Recall 26V104000 covers integrated trailer module software, and recall 23V506000 covers a digital instrument panel cluster module. Neither carries a do-not-drive or park-outside warning.
At what mileage do 2023 F-350 electrical problems usually start?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for electrical complaints is 12,750 miles.
Have the 2023 F-350 electrical issues caused any crashes or fires?: NHTSA data shows 0 crashes and 0 fires linked to these electrical complaints, and no injuries were reported.