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2023 Ford F-350 Safety Record
The 2023 Ford F-350 has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 15 recalls and 37 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2023 Ford F-350 has not undergone NHTSA crash testing, so its federal safety assessment lacks star ratings and a computed Safety Index. This absence of data means no federal crash-performance dimension exists for this model year. However, the record does indicate a Heavy burden for recalls and complaints. Owners have reported 37 complaints, and the vehicle has been subject to 15 recall campaigns. One of these recalls included a park-outside or do-not-drive directive, a serious advisory for owners.
The 2023 Ford F-350 was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries a Heavy recall and complaint burden band, and has 15 recall campaigns on record according to NHTSA federal safety data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
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| NHTSA crash test | Not crash-tested |
|---|---|
| Recall and complaint burden | Heavy |
| Recalls on file | 15 (includes park-outside) |
| Owner complaints | 37 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2023 Ford F-350?
The 2023 Ford F-350's safety record is marked by the sheer volume and variety of its recall actions. Fifteen separate recalls address systems ranging from fuel delivery and trailer braking to wiper linkages and collision avoidance software. This broad scope indicates both the platform's intricate design and its inclusion in several multi-year Ford campaigns. The most operationally significant of these is a park-outside or do-not-drive fuel pump recall, necessitating immediate VIN verification for owners. Further underscoring an active federal safety file are 37 unverified owner complaints, predominantly concerning the Electrical System. There are no NHTSA crash-test results available for the 2023 F-350, nor for any sibling year, leaving no federal benchmark for its crashworthiness.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2023 Ford F-350 have any recalls?
The 2023 F-350's 15 recall campaigns span windshield wiper linkages, the integrated trailer brake control system, the gasoline fuel pump delivery system, back-over prevention software, and a power window remediation for trucks previously repaired incorrectly under an earlier recall. The fuel pump campaign carries a park-outside or do-not-drive designation, which is the most urgent classification NHTSA assigns.
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:LINKAGES26V204000
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. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed April 16, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available. 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 searchabl
Reported 2026-03-31
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL26V104000
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.
Reported 2026-02-20
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP25V455000
Risk: An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: The remedy is under development. Interim notification letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed July 16, 2025. Second letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated 2nd Quarter 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S75.
Reported 2025-07-07
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE25V315000
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 avail
Reported 2025-05-09
VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS25V157000
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.
Reported 2025-03-14
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE25V134000
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.
Reported 2025-02-28
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA24V806000
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.
Reported 2024-10-25
STEERING:COLUMN23V847000
Risk: A deactivated air bag will not deploy during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the clock spring as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 3, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.
Reported 2023-12-15
POWER TRAIN:AXLE HUBS23V758000
Risk: Wheel detachment can result in a loss of vehicle control and create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the repair has been performed. Dealers will inspect the front wheel hub extender retaining nuts. If the retaining nuts are loose, dealers will replace the wheel hub extender, retaining nuts, and hub assembly. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 7, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service
Reported 2023-11-09
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT23V595000
Risk: A broken rear axle shaft can result in a loss of drive power or vehicle rollaway when the vehicle is placed in park. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the left rear axle shaft date code and replace the axle shaft as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 17, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S49.
Reported 2023-08-25
BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION23V573000
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 December 5, 2023. The remedy is anticipated to be ready by 4th Quarter 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S46.
Reported 2023-08-11
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL23V506000
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.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the module or instrument panel as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 4, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23C25.
Reported 2023-07-21
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2023 Ford F-350?
Owners have filed 37 unverified allegations with NHTSA against the 2023 F-350. The most frequently reported components are the Electrical System with 13 alleged incidents, followed by Structure, Back Over Prevention, and Forward Collision Avoidance each with 5 reported concerns, and Power Train and Engine each with 3. Two complaints allege crashes and two allege injuries; none allege fatalities or fires.
37 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2023 Ford F-350?
The 2023 F-350 has been subject to 15 recall campaigns, a number that demands careful attention from prospective buyers. Among these, a critical fuel pump recall advises owners to park their vehicles outdoors or to avoid driving them until repairs are completed. Verifying the repair status of all applicable recalls via VIN lookup at nhtsa.gov is therefore an essential step before acquiring any 2023 F-350.
- The 2023 F-350 has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, meaning no federal star ratings or Safety Index exist for this specific model year.
- One of the 15 recalls, covering the gasoline fuel pump delivery system, carries a park-outside or do-not-drive designation, the most urgent action level in NHTSA's recall system.
- The integrated trailer brake control recall covers a broad range of 2021-2026 Super Duty trucks, making it a platform-wide concern that 2023 F-350 owners should verify by VIN at nhtsa.gov.
- Unverified owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this model year are led by Electrical System allegations at 13 reported incidents, with Back Over Prevention and Forward Collision Avoidance software each drawing 5 separate reports.
RANKINGSWhere the 2023 Ford F-350 places
The 2023 Ford F-350 qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2023 Ford F-350 safety questions
Was the 2023 Ford F-350 crash-tested by NHTSA?
No. NHTSA has not run a New Car Assessment Program crash test on this configuration, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 15 recalls and 37 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2023 Ford F-350 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 15 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2023 Ford F-350, including a park-outside or do-not-drive campaign, which is the most serious class of recall. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2023 Ford F-350?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 37 owner complaints are on file for the 2023 Ford F-350. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Ford F-350 2023.
- SCORE This configuration was not crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. We report its recall and complaint record only.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.