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2023 FORD F-150 Safety Overview

The 2023 FORD F-150 has been closely monitored for safety issues.

Official NHTSA Recalls

The NHTSA has issued 4 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:

  • Electrical system: integrated trailer brake control
  • Visibility:sun/moon roof assembly
  • Power train:axle hubs

Severe Defect Warnings

Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as 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.

Consumer Complaints

To date, there have been no consumer complaints filed with the NHTSA for this model year.

Why It Matters

Staying informed about these safety records is critical for FORD F-150 owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.

Latest Vehicle Recalls

2023 FORD F-150 26V104000

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2026 F-150, 2022-2026 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-4...

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.

A safety recall has been issued concerning electrical system: integrated trailer brake control. 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. If ignored, 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.. To fix this, the integrated trailer module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge.

Reported: 2/20/2026
2023 FORD F-150 25V729000

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, 2021-2023...

A detached wind deflector can become a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash.

A safety recall has been issued concerning visibility:sun/moon roof assembly. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, 2021-2023 F-150, 2022 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, and F-450 SD vehicles. If ignored, adetached wind deflector can become a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash.. To fix this, dealers will inspect and repair the moonroof wind deflector as necessary, free of charge.

Reported: 10/24/2025
2023 FORD F-150 25V512000

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023-2025 F-150 vehicles equipped with the Trailer...

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.

A safety recall has been issued concerning power train:axle hubs. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023-2025 F-150 vehicles equipped with the Trailer Tow Max Duty package and a 9.75-inch heavy duty axle with a 3/4 float axle design. If ignored, 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. To fix this, dealers will replace the left and right rear axle shaft assemblies, free of charge.

Reported: 8/8/2025
2023 FORD F-150 25V315000

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco, F-150, 2021-2024 Edge, 2022-2025...

A frozen or missing rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

A safety recall has been issued concerning back over prevention:software. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco, F-150, 2021-2024 Edge, 2022-2025 Escape, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, F-600, 2022-2024 Expedition, 2022-2025 Transit, 2021-2023 Mach-E, 2024 Ranger, Mustang, 2021-2023 Lincoln Nautilus, 2022-2024 Navigator, and 2023-2024 Corsair vehicles. If ignored, afrozen or missing rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.. To fix this, the accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air update, free of charge.

Reported: 5/9/2025

Recent Complaints

No complaints reported.