2023 Ford F-150: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2023 Ford F-150: 13 recalls, 410 owner complaints and up to 22 mpg combined.
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Recalls
13 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Airbags Vehicle recall #23V072000 · 2023 · 321 vehicles
What's wrong: The instrument panel top cover on the passenger-side May prevent the air bag from deploying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "occupant crash protection."
Why it matters: An air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury in a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the passenger instrument panel top cover, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 16, 2023.
Transmission & drivetrain Vehicle recall #23V070000 · 2023 · 1,138 vehicles
What's wrong: The transmission May contain a loose bolt which could prevent the transmission from engaging the park gear, although the gear shifter position May indicate that the vehicle has been shifted to "park."
Why it matters: The inability to secure the vehicle in the park position can result in a rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the transmissions, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 25, 2023.
Transmission & drivetrain Vehicle recall #23V128000 · 2023 · 240 vehicles
What's wrong: The front axle pinion May not have been heat-treated, which can cause it to fracture.
Why it matters: A fractured pinion can result in a loss of 4-wheel drive and May cause the front wheels to lock up, increasng the risk of a crash.
The fix: 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.
Parking brake Vehicle recall #23V509000 · 2023 · 870,701 vehicles
What's wrong: Contact with the rear axle housing May damage the wiring harness, causing the electric parking brake to activate unexpectedly.
Why it matters: Unexpected activation of the electric parking brake while driving increases the risk of a crash.
The fix: 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.
Airbags, Steering Vehicle recall #23V847000 · 2023 · 17,970 vehicles
What's wrong: The steering wheel clock spring May have an insufficient weld, causing a loss of electrical connection to the driver's frontal air bag.
Why it matters: A deactivated air bag will not deploy during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the clock spring as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 3, 2024.
Transmission & drivetrain Vehicle recall #23V896000 · 2023 · 112,965 vehicles
What's wrong: 75-inch heavy duty axle with a 3/4 float axle design. The rear axle hub bolt May fatigue and break, which can result in damage to the axle hub splines.
Why it matters: Damaged axle hub splines can result in a vehicle rollaway when the vehicle is in park without the parking brake applied or cause a loss of drive power. Both of these conditions can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the left and right rear axle shaft assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 9, 2025.
Equipment Vehicle recall #24V852000 · 2024 · 27,678 vehicles
What's wrong: The air bag warning label May be missing from the dashboard. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirement Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "occupant crash protection."
Why it matters: Without a label that shows the proper restraint usage guidelines, the occupants May have an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
The fix: 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.
Backup camera Vehicle recall #25V315000 · 2025 · 1,076,138 vehicles
What's wrong: A software error May cause the rearview camera image to delay, freeze, or not display when the vehicle is in reverse.
Why it matters: A frozen or missing rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: The accessory protocol interface module (apim) software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air update, free of charge. This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model and model years. Interim letters notifying owners of the…
Transmission & drivetrain Vehicle recall #25V512000 · 2025 · 103,174 vehicles
What's wrong: 75-inch heavy duty axle with a 3/4 float axle design. The rear axle hub bolt May fatigue and break, which can result in damage to the axle hub splines.
Why it matters: Damaged axle hub splines can result in a vehicle rollaway when in park without the parking brake applied or cause a loss of drive power. Either of these conditions can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: 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. Phase 1 will include 2023 f-150 model year vehicles. Phase 2 will include 2025 f-150 model…
Visibility (wipers, glass) Vehicle recall #25V729000 · 2025 · 174,853 vehicles
What's wrong: The moonroof wind deflector clips May be inadequately attached to the moonroof frame, which can result in the wind deflector detaching from the vehicle.
Why it matters: A detached wind deflector can become a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and repair the moonroof wind deflector as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 10, 2025.
Electrical, Exterior lights Vehicle recall #26V104000 · 2026 · 4,381,878 vehicles
What's wrong: 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."
Why it matters: 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.
The fix: 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.
Backup camera, Backup camera Vehicle recall #26V489000 · 2026 · 47,587 vehicles
What's wrong: 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."
Why it matters: An obstructed rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: 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…
Fuel system Vehicle recall #26V578000 · 2026 · 223,472 vehicles
What's wrong: The fuel tank May be improperly secured and leak fuel, or detach from the vehicle while driving.
Why it matters: 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.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel tank straps, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 21, 2026.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 4 mention a fire, 11 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Transmission & drivetrain (158): the most common themes are hard / delayed shifting (49), noise or vibration (44), warning light on (22).
- Electrical (83): the most common themes are electrical failure (30), warning light on (15), stalls / loses power (13).
- Other / unknown (64): the most common themes are noise or vibration (10), electrical failure (5).
- Brakes (39): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2023 Ford F-150 has 410 owner complaints, ranking #29 of 37 F-150 model years for complaints (well below the 1025 average). Complaints peaked in 2026 (147 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 2 years old, at a median of 29,700 miles. Neighboring years: 2022 (595 complaints, 23 recalls), 2024 (192 complaints, 11 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.7 L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S10) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 20 | 26 | 22 | Regular |
| 2.7 L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S10) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 18 | 25 | 21 | Regular |
| 3.5 L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S10) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 18 | 24 | 21 | Regular |
| 3.3 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S10) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 | 24 | 21 | Gasoline or E85 |
| 3.3 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S10) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 | 23 | 20 | Gasoline or E85 |
| 5.0 L 8-cyl | Automatic (S10) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 17 | 25 | 20 | Gasoline or E85 |
| 2.7 L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S10) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 17 | 23 | 20 | Regular |
| 2.7 L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S10) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 18 | 24 | 20 | Regular |
| 3.5 L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S10) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 18 | 23 | 20 | Regular |
| 3.3 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S10) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 19 | 22 | 20 | Gasoline or E85 |
| 5.0 L 8-cyl | Automatic (S10) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 17 | 24 | 19 | Gasoline or E85 |
| 3.5 L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S10) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 17 | 23 | 19 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2023 Ford F-150 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 13 vehicle recalls for the 2023 Ford F-150. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2023 Ford F-150 problems?
Owners have filed 410 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are transmission & drivetrain (158), electrical (83), other / unknown (64).
What gas mileage does the 2023 Ford F-150 get?
EPA ratings run up to 22 mpg combined (2.7 L, Automatic (S10)), across 14 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2023 Ford F-150 repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.