repaired · 2026 Q3
Windshield wiper/washer: linkages
NewRisk. Windshield wiper failure can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
2023 Ford F-550 SDProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 1 owner complaint about the 2023 Ford F-550 SD, most often about the exterior lighting. It is covered by 9 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 April 17, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2023 Ford F-550 SD has problems
1 complaint grouped by the system owners reported.
1Exterior lighting
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Exterior lighting | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
9 recalls
2023 Ford F-550 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
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.
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.
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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
Power train: axle hubs
Do not driveRisk. Wheel detachment can result in a loss of vehicle control and create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
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-550 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-550 SD median. How we score
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- Caution
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In owners' words
What F-550 SD owners report
Recent exterior lighting complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
I received a compliance recall notice 26C10 from Ford. I just called Brondes Ford in Maumee, OH to schedule a “software repair” as described in the letter from FORD. The gentleman on the phone refused to schedule my appointment. He said because the vehicle has been “modified” (ie a box added to the…
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