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2023 Ford F-250 recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2023 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns: 16
Park-it warnings: 0
Complaints: 43
Latest campaign: Jul 28, 2026

Recall summary by component16

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h

Component	Campaigns	Latest	Campaign IDs
Back over prevention	5	Jul 28, 2026	26V489000 25V315000 25V134000 24V806000 23V573000
Visibility	2	Mar 31, 2026	26V204000 25V157000
Electrical system	2	Feb 20, 2026	26V104000 23V506000
Steering	2	Dec 15, 2023	23V847000 23V344000
Equipment	2	Jun 9, 2023	23V420000 23V379000
Fuel system, gasoline	1	Jul 7, 2025	25V455000
Power train	1	Aug 25, 2023	23V595000
Structure	1	Jul 21, 2023	23V507000

Safety recalls16

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h

0Park-it warnings

0Fixable over the air

Jul 28, 2026Latest campaign


Jul 28, 202626V489000	Back over prevention: display function An obstructed rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 26V489000 What's wrong Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 F-150 and 2023-2026 F-250 SD vehicles equipped with 8-inch SYNC infotainment screens. A software error may cause the rearview camera image to be obstructed by the infotainment home screen menu when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility." Risk An obstructed rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash. Remedy The accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 9, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C37. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 31, 2026. Campaign NHTSA 26V489000 · Jul 28, 2026
Mar 31, 202626V204000	Visibility: windshield wiper/washer linkages Windshield wiper failure can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 26V204000 What's wrong Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, and 2022-2023 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, and F-600 SD vehicles. The windshield wiper arms may break, causing the wipers to fail. Risk Windshield wiper failure can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash. Remedy Dealers will inspect and replace the wiper arms, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 5, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S24.Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on April 1, 2026. Campaign NHTSA 26V204000 · Mar 31, 2026
Feb 20, 202626V104000	Electrical system: integrated trailer brake control 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… DetailsHide details for campaign 26V104000 What's wrong 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. When towing a trailer, the integrated trailer module (ITRM) may lose communication with the vehicle, possibly causing a loss of brake and turn signal lights, or a loss of brake function. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, " Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment." 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, increasing the risk of a crash. Remedy The integrated trailer module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 25, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C10. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning March 17, 2026. Campaign NHTSA 26V104000 · Feb 20, 2026
Jul 7, 202525V455000	Fuel system, gasoline: delivery fuel pump An engine stall increases the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 25V455000 What's wrong Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Bronco, Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, 2021-2022 Lincoln Navigator, Mustang, F-150, and 2022 Expedition vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump may fail, which can result in an engine stall while driving. Risk An engine stall increases the risk of a crash. Remedy Dealers will replace the low pressure fuel pump on super duty vehicles and update the powertrain control module (PCM) software on all other affected vehicles, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 27, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S75. Campaign NHTSA 25V455000 · Jul 7, 2025
May 9, 202525V315000	Back over prevention: software A frozen or missing rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 25V315000 What's wrong 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. A software error may cause the rearview camera image to delay, freeze, or not display when the vehicle is in reverse. Risk A frozen or missing rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. Remedy The accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air update, free of charge. This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model and model years. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on June 26, 2025. Additional letters will be mailed once the final remedy is available on each phase. Owner notification letters were sent on October 8, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S49. Campaign NHTSA 25V315000 · May 9, 2025
Mar 14, 202525V157000	Visibility: power window devices and controls A window that does not automatically reverse when an obstruction is encountered increases the risk of injury. DetailsHide details for campaign 25V157000 What's wrong Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 Super Duty F-250 and F-350 vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 23V-507. The driver and front passenger windows may fail to detect an obstacle while closing and not reverse direction as intended. Risk A window that does not automatically reverse when an obstruction is encountered increases the risk of injury. Remedy Dealers will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 18, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S25. Campaign NHTSA 25V157000 · Mar 14, 2025

To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Ford recall lookup. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer (federal law; see limits).

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Owner complaints by component43

NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h

43Complaints filed

2Involving a crash

3Involving a fire

1Injuries reported

Component	Complaints	%	Crashes	Fires	Injuries
Electrical system	13	30	0	0	0
Engine	8	19	0	2	0
Power train	7	16	0	0	0
Service brakes	7	16	1	0	0
Unknown or other	5	12	1	0	1
Forward collision avoidance	5	12	0	0	0
Steering	4	9	0	0	0
Vehicle speed control	4	9	1	0	0
Lane departure	3	7	0	0	0
Seat belts	2	5	0	0	0
Back over prevention	2	5	0	0	0
Air bags	2	5	1	0	0
Suspension	2	5	0	0	0
Fuel/propulsion system	2	5	0	1	0
Fuel system	1	2	0	1	0

7 more components with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number, merged from NHTSA model names F-250 (CREW CAB), F-250 (REGULAR CAB), F-250 (SUPER CAB), F-250 Tremor (CREW CAB).

Latest reports

Steering
“I bought this truck and its got 50000 miles on it and it has a clunking noise c coming from the steering shaft took it to ford to have trailer module recall fixed and had them inspect the noise and they said the whole…”
Filed 06/03/2026 · ODI 11741744
Unknown or other
“My Ford brake malfunction when i was applied the brake while towing a UHaul trailer. It locked up and warning light showed up on the dashboard.”
Filed 04/30/2026 · ODI 11734879
Seat belts
“Rear passenger seatbelt came UNSECURED from the rear seat mounting bracket. Unknowingly ENDANGERED my child by becoming dislodged therefore leaving her WITHOUT any restraint mechanism in the event of a crash!”
Filed 03/20/2026 · ODI 11725974

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2023 Ford F-250 recall questions

How many recalls does the 2023 Ford F-250 have?

NHTSA lists 16 safety recall campaigns for the 2023 Ford F-250. The most recent, 26V489000 (reported July 28, 2026), concerns back over prevention. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.

What are the 2023 Ford F-250 recalls for?

The largest group is back over prevention, with 5 campaigns. Others: visibility (2), electrical system (2), steering (2). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.

What is the most common complaint about the 2023 Ford F-250?

Electrical system is the most-reported component, named in 13 complaints out of 43 filed with NHTSA (30%). Across all complaints, owners reported 2 crashs and 3 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2023 Ford F-250?

Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Ford recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Ford dealer.

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Recall summary by component16

Safety recalls16

Back over prevention: display function

Visibility: windshield wiper/washer linkages

Electrical system: integrated trailer brake control

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery fuel pump

Back over prevention: software

Visibility: power window devices and controls