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2023 Ford F-450 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: 13
Park-it warnings: 1
Complaints: 5
Latest campaign: Mar 31, 2026

Recall summary by component13

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h

Component	Campaigns	Park‑it	Latest	Campaign IDs
Back over prevention	4	–	May 9, 2025	25V315000 25V134000 24V806000 23V573000
Electrical system	2	–	Feb 20, 2026	26V104000 23V506000
Steering	2	–	Dec 15, 2023	23V847000 23V344000
Visibility	1	–	Mar 31, 2026	26V204000
Fuel system, gasoline	1	–	Jul 7, 2025	25V455000
Power train	1	1	Nov 9, 2023	23V758000
Structure	1	–	Jul 21, 2023	23V507000
Equipment	1	–	Jun 9, 2023	23V420000

Safety recalls13

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h

1Park-it warnings

0Fixable over the air

Mar 31, 2026Latest campaign


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
Feb 28, 202525V134000	Back over prevention: software 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. DetailsHide details for campaign 25V134000 What's wrong Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 F-Super Duty F-250, F-350, and F-450 vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 23V-573. The default rearview camera image may not be displayed when using the Pro Trailer Hitch Assist feature. 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. Remedy Dealers will update the Advanced Drive Assistance System (ADAS) module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 4, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S17. Campaign NHTSA 25V134000 · Feb 28, 2025
Oct 25, 202424V806000	Back over prevention: sensing system camera A rearview camera image that does not display can decrease the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of injury or crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 24V806000 What's wrong Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023-2024 F-250, F-350, and F-450 vehicles. Water may enter the Tailgate Park Assist Sensor Interface Module (TPASIM) and cause the rearview camera image to display intermittently or appear blue or black. Risk A rearview camera image that does not display can decrease the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of injury or crash. Remedy Dealers will replace the tailgate top camera, wire harness, TPASIM module, and update the Image Processing Module A (IPMA) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 6, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S66. Campaign NHTSA 24V806000 · Oct 25, 2024

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 component5

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5Complaints filed

0Involving a crash

1Involving a fire

0Injuries reported

Component	Complaints	%	Fires
Service brakes	3	60	0
Steering	2	40	0
Exterior lighting	1	20	0
Engine	1	20	1
Vehicle speed control	1	20	0
Electrical system	1	20	0

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.

Latest reports

Service brakes
“Notable brake application pressure without brake light illumination. See attached file for details.”
Filed 11/26/2025 · ODI 11701774
Engine
“Vehicle was being driven by a driver service to be delivered to the home garage after production was completed at the manufacturer.”
Filed 05/19/2025 · ODI 11661929
Steering
“I was driving the truck and applied the brakes to slow down for a turn, the anti-lock brake system activated and I lost the power steering and power brakes.”
Filed 10/29/2024 · ODI 11622435

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2023 Ford F-450 recall questions

How many recalls does the 2023 Ford F-450 have?

NHTSA lists 13 safety recall campaigns for the 2023 Ford F-450. The most recent, 26V204000 (reported March 31, 2026), concerns visibility. 1 campaign carries a park-it or park-outside warning. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.

What are the 2023 Ford F-450 recalls for?

The largest group is back over prevention, with 4 campaigns. Others: electrical system (2), steering (2), visibility (1). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.

What is the most common complaint about the 2023 Ford F-450?

Service brakes is the most-reported component, named in 3 complaints out of 5 filed with NHTSA (60%). Across all complaints, owners reported 0 crashs and 1 fire. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2023 Ford F-450?

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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