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2023 Ford F 150 Super Cab Gas
Common Problems

Ranked from 99 federal NHTSA complaints. Every problem links to the complaint IDs behind it.

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Safety
7
High severity
5
Medium
1
Low
3 problems on this vehicle involve a crash, fire, or injury risk. If you are experiencing one, stop driving and have it inspected.

16 Common Problems

Ordered by how often owners reported each one to NHTSA. The bar shows how common a problem is relative to the most-reported on this vehicle. Expand any problem to see the federal complaint IDs.

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  1. 1

    Air Conditioning Failure

    26complaints
    High severityElectrical

    The air conditioning system intermittently fails to deliver cold air, despite the blower motor functioning.

    $800–$1,600est. a/c compressor replacement · 3–6 hrs labor
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  2. 2

    Recall Parts Unavailable for Safety Issues

    22complaints
    High severityTransmission

    Multiple recalls for rear axle and hub bolts have not been addressed due to unavailable parts, posing a safety risk.

  3. 3

    Parking Brake Malfunction

    9complaints
    High severityBrakes

    The parking brake engages unexpectedly, causing sudden stops and loss of control.

    $150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs labor
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  4. 4

    rear axle hub bolt breakage

    6complaints
    High severityTransmission

    The rear axle hub bolt broke, causing the vehicle to become unstable and potentially lose power.

    $200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs labor
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  5. 5

    Unexpected Acceleration Without Pedal Input

    6complaints
    Safety riskBrakes

    The vehicle accelerates unexpectedly without the driver applying the gas pedal, posing a safety risk.

  6. 6

    Water Intrusion into Electrical Components

    6complaints
    High severityElectrical

    Water enters the vehicle through gaps, leading to electrical system failures and potential shorts.

  7. 7

    Electrical System Glitches

    5complaints
    Medium severityElectrical

    The dashboard and infotainment system frequently experience glitches, such as blank screens and reboots.

  8. 8

    Faulty Rear Light Bar

    4complaints
    High severityOther

    The integrated rear light bar fails, leading to brake and reverse light non-functionality.

  9. 9

    Structural Issues with Hood Latch

    4complaints
    Medium severityOther

    Bolts in the hood latch have fallen out, potentially causing the hood to open unexpectedly.

  10. 10

    Transmission Downshifting and Deceleration Without Warning

    4complaints
    Safety riskTransmission

    The transmission downshifts and decelerates without warning, leading to sudden loss of power and potential loss of control.

    $200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs labor
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  11. 11

    Transmission Issues

    4complaints
    Medium severityTransmission

    The transmission experiences harsh shifting, jerking, and lurching, especially in cold conditions.

    $200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs labor
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  12. 12

    Cruise control malfunctions

    2complaints
    Medium severityOther

    The cruise control malfunctions, causing the vehicle to decelerate below the set speed or accelerate unexpectedly.

  13. 13

    Random Wiper Malfunction

    2complaints
    Medium severityElectrical

    Wipers malfunction when changing from intermittent to fast mode, leading to poor visibility during rain or heavy mist.

  14. 14

    Steering System Noise

    2complaints
    Low severitySteering

    Below freezing temperatures cause a loud humming or rumbling noise from the steering system.

  15. 15

    Sunroof Explodes Spontaneously

    2complaints
    Safety riskOther

    The panoramic sunroof spontaneously shatters while driving, posing a risk of injury from flying glass.

  16. 16

    Sunroof Explosions During Operation

    2complaints
    High severityOther

    Panoramic sunroofs have exploded without impact, causing injury and requiring immediate repair.

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Data source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) owner complaints and recalls. Problems are clustered and ranked from the complaint record; occurrence counts reflect corroborating complaints, not total incidence. Vehicle image is illustrative. Repair-cost figures are typical U.S. independent-shop ranges (parts + labor) for the class of repair shown — actual quotes vary by region, engine, and diagnosis; always confirm with a local shop.