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NewRisk. Windshield wiper failure can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA has logged 1 owner complaint about the 2023 Ford F-600 SD, most often about the forward collision avoidance. It is covered by 5 safety recalls, and for recall 23V-847 the manufacturer reports only 72% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through April 29, 2026. Updated daily.
1 complaint grouped by the system owners reported.
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Forward collision avoidance | 1 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
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.
Risk. Windshield wiper failure can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk. 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,…
Risk. A frozen or missing rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk. A deactivated air bag will not deploy during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Risk. Wheel detachment can result in a loss of vehicle control and create a road hazard, 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.
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-600 SD median. How we score
Recent forward collision avoidance complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
2023 Ford F-600 had leaking brake booster which caused the brakes to be constantly applied. On 8/15/25 less than one year ago, owner had front rotors/pads replaced and rear rotors resurfaced and pads replaced. There were no warning lamps or messages, the only symptom was the brakes squealed so we…
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.