2023 Ford F-150 Problems & Complaints

Short answer: The biggest problems with the 2023 Ford F-150 are electrical system problems, transmission issues, and engine problems.

Transmission issues are the most common by far, while electrical system problems and engine problems aren’t as common.

Some of these problems have even resulted in recalls: Ford has issued 27 for this vehicle.

Ford’s F-150 is a popular truck known across America as a capable and reliable vehicle. Not every F150 works perfectly out of the factory, though; sometimes, defects show up later during the ownership period.

In this article, we summarize the most commonly discovered problems with the 2023 Ford F-150 based on what owners have said.

Common 2023 Ford F-150 Problems

2023 Ford F-150 Electrical System Problems

Owners of the 2023 F-150 mainly mentioned infotainment system problems, like the screen and rearview camera image being blank, and exterior lighting issues.

Blank Screen and Rearview Camera

• Severity: Moderate; a blank screen or missing rearview image reduces driver information and can make backing up less safe.
• Manufacturer’s Response: Ford issued Recall 25V-315 because APIM software may cause the rearview camera image to freeze, delay, or not display.
• Fix: Ford’s recall remedy is a software update to the accessory protocol interface module, free of charge.

Exterior Lighting Issues

• Severity: Moderate to severe; failed reverse lights or trailer lighting can reduce visibility and increase crash risk.
• Manufacturer’s Response: Ford issued Recall 26V-104 for certain 2021–2026 F-150 vehicles because the Integrated Trailer Relay Module (ITRM) may lose communication with the vehicle, which can disable trailer stop lamps, turn signal indicators, and in some configurations trailer brake function.
• Fix: Dealers will update the Body Control Module software, free of charge.

2023 Ford F-150 Transmission Issues

Owners of the 2023 Ford F-150 described rough gear shifting and eventual transmission failure, possibly connected to a rear axle bolt issue.

Rough Shifting

• Severity: Moderate; rough or delayed shifts can make the truck less predictable and raise crash risk in traffic or during acceleration.
• Manufacturer’s Response: Ford issued TSB 23-2250 to address harsh engagement, harsh shifts, delayed shifts, and related drivability concerns.
• Fix: Ford’s fix for these issues is either an update to the powertrain control module or replacing the damaged rear axle bolts.

Transmission Failure

• Severity: Moderate to severe; a failed transmission can leave the vehicle unable to move and create a road hazard.
• Manufacturer’s Response: Ford issued Recall 22V-188 because a false low transmission fluid pressure fault may cause the transmission to unexpectedly shift into neutral. Ford later issued Recall 25V-169 because some vehicles did not receive the correct PCM software remedy under the earlier recall.
• Fix: Dealers update the PCM software free of charge.

2023 Ford F-150 Engine Problems

2023 F-150 owners noticed an oil overconsumption issue with their engines, which sometimes led to stalling problems.

Oil Overconsumption Leading to Stalling

• Severity: Moderate; an engine can be damaged if it overconsumes oil and tries to run without enough. A stalled vehicle can be an obstacle for others on the road.
• Manufacturer’s Response: Ford has not issued any recalls for this issue, although there are similar recalls for other model year F-150s.  
• Fix: If you believe your vehicle might be overconsuming oil, you should take it to an authorized dealer for inspection and keep track of its oil level.

F-150 Owner Complaints

NHTSA Complaint

“The engine can fail at any time. The truck has not been fixed in a timely manner. I pull trailer with livestock. I need to declare the lemon law on this vehicle to get one that is reliable.”

 NHTSA Complaint

“At a stop light vehicle will turn off and nothing electrical will work. It will have to be restarted, While turning at low speeds the electronic steering completely stops working and almost hit another car. All electrical power failure until modules reset then will start. This all happens randomly so it could happen at any point and cause serious injury. Ford can’t seem to find a repair for the intermittent issue.”

NHTSA Complaint

“There is a hard jerk that happens when moving from a dead stop and then it will shift into gear. Its been reproduced by a maintenance shop. They stated it was the transmission. It has not been inspected by a manufacturer. There was no warning lamps which causes a high risk of safety, including a possibility of accident while on the road.”

Repeat Problems and the Lemon Law

Repeated warranty repairs for the same defect can signal more than an isolated mechanical issue. When a vehicle continues to experience substantial problems that affect its reliability, safety, or value, state lemon law statutes may provide a remedy.

Qualification typically depends on the number of repair attempts, the length of time the vehicle has been out of service, and whether the defect arose during the applicable warranty period.

If your vehicle has been returned to the dealership multiple times without a lasting fix, reviewing your repair records is an important first step.

Acting promptly can help protect your rights and clarify whether you may be entitled to a refund, replacement, or other relief available under the law.

Affected Model	Average Lemon Law Settlement
2023 Ford F-150	$105,728

*Please note, the figures presented in the chart are approximations based on past case results and should not be interpreted as a prediction or guarantee. Each case is unique and requires personalized legal guidance.

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Ongoing defects and repeated warranty repairs can be a sign that your vehicle qualifies for lemon law protection.

When substantial problems persist despite multiple repair attempts, you may have the right to a refund or replacement.

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