CarRecallWatchThe 2023 Ford F-450 SD has 13 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 fire.
The most-reported problem area is Service Brakes (3 reports).
2023 Ford F-450 SD recalls
Windshield Wiper Arms May Break, Causing Wiper Failure
Certain Ford and Lincoln vehicles may have windshield wiper arms that can break, causing the wipers to stop working.
Trailer Brakes and Lights May Cut Out While Towing
The integrated trailer module, which controls a trailer's brakes and lights, can lose communication with the vehicle while towing.
Fuel pump can fail, causing engine stall while driving
The low-pressure fuel pump in certain vehicles may fail, which can cause the engine to stall while you are driving.
Rearview Camera May Freeze or Go Blank in Reverse
A software error in the accessory protocol interface module (APIM) can cause the rearview camera image to lag, freeze, or fail to display when the vehicle is in reverse.
Rearview Camera May Not Show Correct View Behind Truck
Certain 2023 Ford F-250, F-350, and F-450 Super Duty trucks that were previously repaired under an earlier recall may not display the default rearview camera image when the Pro Trailer Hitch Assist feature is in use.
Rearview Camera May Fail, Reducing Rear Visibility
Water can get into the tailgate park assist sensor interface module on these Ford Super Duty trucks.
Driver Airbag May Not Deploy in a Crash
The steering wheel clock spring on these trucks may have a weak weld, which can cut the electrical connection to the driver's frontal airbag.
Loose Front Wheel Hub Nuts Can Cause Wheel Detachment
Certain 2022-2023 Ford Super Duty F-350, F-450, F-550, and F-600 trucks may have front wheel hub extender fasteners that were not tightened enough.
Rearview Camera May Not Show Correct View When Using Trailer Hitch Assist
Certain 2023 Ford Super Duty pickups equipped with the Pro Trailer Hitch Assist feature may not display the default rearview camera image while that feature is in use.
Instrument panel may go dark, hiding speed and warning lights
The digital instrument panel cluster in these vehicles may have been improperly soldered, which can keep the instrument panel from lighting up.
Power Window May Not Reverse on Obstruction, Risking Injury
Certain 2023 Ford Super Duty trucks may have a driver or front passenger door module that can experience a low power condition and reset while the window is moving.
Missing Head Restraint Instructions Raise Crash Injury Risk
Some Ford Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, and F-Super Duty SuperCab trucks were built without owner's manual instructions for adjusting or removing certain head restraints, including those for the center seating positions.
Steering Column Bolts May Loosen, Risking Loss of Steering
The steering column upper shaft bolts on certain 2023 Super Duty trucks may be missing or not tightened properly.
Most common 2023 Ford F-450 SD problems
Problem areas named in the 5 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 3 |
| Steering | 2 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 |
| Engine | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 |
What owners report
Notable brake application pressure without brake light illumination. See attached file for details.
Vehicle was being driven by a driver service to be delivered to the home garage after production was completed at the manufacturer. During transit, the operator reported that the low fuel pressure warning light came on immediately followed by flames in the engine compartment.
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. There is steering fluid all over the engine so apparently either a line broke or the reservoir broke. This truck has the hydro boost brake system which is why I lost the steering and the brakes.
Vehicle does not remember its previous settings: The following features may or may not be on, even if you have actively went through and turned them off or on. Local dealership has had this truck over 4 times and for days at a time. Nothing has been resolved of these safety functions. Rear automatic emergency braking Engine brake Lane departure warning (which actually jerks steering wheel if it is on and you get close to the edge of the lane) Lane centering assistance These safety sensitive functions turn themselves on and off, no matter the amount of computer updates through the dealer. Dealer has not been able to resolve this issue and the technician has not been able to get Ford to give h
The contact owns a 2023 Ford F-450. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V506000 (Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted and determined that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
2023 Ford F-450 SD questions
Does the 2023 Ford F-450 SD have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 13 safety recalls for the 2023 Ford F-450 SD: Windshield Wiper Arms May Break, Causing Wiper Failure; Trailer Brakes and Lights May Cut Out While Towing; Fuel pump can fail, causing engine stall while driving; Rearview Camera May Freeze or Go Blank in Reverse; Rearview Camera May Not Show Correct View Behind Truck. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Ford F-450 SD?
Based on 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes (3), Steering (2), Electrical System (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2023 Ford F-450 SD has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.