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Back over prevention: display function
NewRisk. An obstructed rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
2023 Ford F-250 SDProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 44 owner complaints about the 2023 Ford F-250 SD, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 16 safety recalls, and for recall 25V-455 the manufacturer reports only 19% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 23, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2023 Ford F-250 SD has problems
44 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
14Electrical system
8Engine2 crash/fire/injury
7Service brakes1 crash/fire/injury
7Power train
5Steering
5Forward collision avoidance
4Vehicle speed control
3Lane departure
2Air bags
1511 other systems2 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 14 | 0 |
| Engine | 8 | 2 |
| Service brakes | 7 | 1 |
| Power train | 7 | 0 |
| Steering | 5 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 5 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 4 | 1 |
| Lane departure | 3 | 0 |
| Air bags | 2 | 1 |
| 11 other systems | 15 | 2 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
16 recalls
2023 Ford F-250 SD recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Windshield wiper/washer: linkages
NewRisk. Windshield wiper failure can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Electrical system: integrated trailer brake control
NewRisk. 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,…
repaired · 2026 Q3
Delivery: fuel pump
Risk. An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
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repaired · 2026 Q3
Back over prevention: software
Risk. A frozen or missing rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Visibility: power window devices and controls
Risk. A window that does not automatically reverse when an obstruction is encountered increases the risk of injury.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Back over prevention: software
Risk. An incorrect rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Sensing system: camera
Risk. A rearview camera image that does not display can decrease the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of injury or crash.
repaired · 2026 Q1
Frontal: driver clockspring/spiral cassette
Risk. A deactivated air bag will not deploy during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
repaired · 2025 Q3
Axle assembly: axle shaft
Risk. A broken rear axle shaft can result in a loss of drive power or vehicle rollaway when the vehicle is placed in park.
repaired · 2026 Q2
Back over prevention: display function
Risk. An incorrect rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
repaired · 2025 Q2
Body: door
Risk. A window that does not automatically reverse when an obstruction is encountered increases the risk of injury.
repaired · 2025 Q3
Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel
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.
repaired · 2025 Q3
Other: owners/service/other manual
Risk. Without instructions, the head restraints may be improperly adjusted, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
repaired · 2023 Q3
Other: labels
Risk. An overloaded vehicle increases the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2025 Q1
Steering: column
Risk. A disconnected steering column can result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Ford.
Best & worst years
2023 vs. every other F-250 SD year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the F-250 SD median. How we score
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- Caution
- Solid
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In owners' words
What F-250 SD owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The contact owns a 2023 Ford F-250 SD. The contact stated that the vehicle was parked, and while inspecting under the hood, the contact became aware that there was battery fluid leaking from the top of the battery. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the battery was replaced; however, the…
Speedometer not working correctly analog and digital do no match. Trailer brake and lighting module failure warnings displayed. Both have been looked at by Ford Dealership, twice. You don’t know what is true, you can’t rely on any warning lights as all have proven wrong. I am in the process of 3rd…
The contact owns a 2023 Ford F-250 SD. The contact had experienced several electrical failures with the vehicle and the vehicle had been back to the dealer for repairs for more than 70 days. The contact stated that the instrument cluster failed to properly illuminate, and it was difficult to see…
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