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2023 Ford F-550 Problems, Recalls & Reliability

Verdict

No verdict

Complaint Index

55/100

#10 most-complained of 21 F-550 years

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

The 2023 Ford F-550 has a complaint index of 55 and ranks 10th worst out of 21 model years for this model, with 9 recall campaigns including 1 do-not-drive recall for wheel hub fasteners. NHTSA lists only 1 owner complaint for this year, filed under Electrical System.

Complaints
1
Recalls
9
incl. Do Not Drive
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0
NHTSA overall rating
Not rated
EPA combined MPG
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Top 2023 Ford F-550 problems

NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.

  1. Electrical System1 (100%)

2023 Ford F-550 recalls

9 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.

  1. NHTSA 26V204000Mar 31, 2026Visibility & Wipers422,613 vehicles

    Visibility:windshield wiper/washer:linkages

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, and 2022-2023 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, and F-600 SD vehicles. The windshield wiper arms may break, causing the wipers to fail.

    Risk: Windshield wiper failure can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the wiper arms, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 5, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S24.Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on April 1, 2026.

  2. 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.

  3. NHTSA 25V455000Jul 7, 2025Fuel System850,318 vehicles

    Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Bronco, Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, 2021-2022 Lincoln Navigator, Mustang, F-150, and 2022 Expedition vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump may fail, which can result in an engine stall while driving.

    Risk: An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the low pressure fuel pump on super duty vehicles and update the powertrain control module (PCM) software on all other affected vehicles, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 27, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S75.

See all 9 recalls for the 2023 Ford F-550 →

2023 compared with other F-550 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
2021Avoid95129 !—
2022Avoid100912 !—
2023No verdict5519 !—
2024No verdict1022—
2025No verdict8013 !—

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2023 Ford F-550 reliable?
NHTSA data shows a complaint index of 55 for the 2023 F-550, placing it 10th worst among 21 model years tracked. Only 1 owner complaint has been filed, but the year carries 9 recall campaigns.
Does the 2023 Ford F-550 have any recalls?
Yes, NHTSA lists 9 recall campaigns for the 2023 F-550, covering wipers, electrical systems, fuel system, collision avoidance cameras, steering, suspension, and structure/body components.
Is there a do-not-drive recall on the 2023 Ford F-550?
Yes, one recall (23V758000) is a do-not-drive recall. It covers front wheel hub extender fasteners that may be insufficiently tightened, which can cause the wheel to detach.
What is the top complaint area for the 2023 Ford F-550?
The Electrical System is the top problem area, accounting for 100% of the single complaint NHTSA has on file for this year.
How does the 2023 F-550 compare to other F-550 model years?
With a complaint index of 55, the 2023 F-550 ranks 10th worst of 21 years. Years like 2022 (complaint index 100) and 2021 (complaint index 95) rank worse, while years like 2009 and 2010 have much lower complaint indexes.

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.