2023 Ford F-150 Hybrid problems
Verdict · NHTSA data
A typical year for this model
The 2023 Ford F-150 Hybrid sits mid-pack among F-150 Hybrid years: 142 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 142, with no recalls and no defect investigations.
Electrical System leads the complaint categories with 37 reports (26% of the total).
142
NHTSA complaints
0
Recalls
0
Investigations
2
Crash-involved
0
Fires reported
0
Injuries
0
Deaths
—
NCAP overall
How does 2023 compare to other F-150 Hybrid years?
What are the most common 2023 Ford F-150 Hybrid problems?
| Component | Complaints | Share | vs prior year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 37 | 26% | ▼ down |
| Transmission | 28 | 20% | ▼ down |
| Other | 23 | 16% | ▼ down |
| Engine | 15 | 11% | — flat |
| Fuel System | 9 | 6% | — flat |
| Driver Assistance | 8 | 6% | ▼ down |
| Visibility & Wipers | 5 | 4% | — flat |
| Lighting | 5 | 4% | ▼ down |
| Brakes | 5 | 4% | — flat |
| Tires & Wheels | 2 | 1% | ▼ down |
| Speed Control | 2 | 1% | ▼ down |
| Steering | 2 | 1% | — flat |
| Trailer Hitch | 1 | 1% | new |
Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA
Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.
“I was in my driveway, I placed the vehicle in reverse backed out normally, when I put it into Drive I let go of the brakes, I did not press the accelerator pedal, and the truck instantly accelerated while in electric mode. The acceleration was so quick that I slammed the brakes and the tires…”
“transmission failure while driving resulting in vehicle shutting down on turnpike. ford was paid to fix trans. and failed, now the vehicle sits in ford autonation margate florida. I believe there is a history of transmission issues with the 10 speed transmission, but this was unsafe . I had to…”
“Sunroof BLOWUP. It didn't break: IT BLOW UP. Explosion was LOUD; DISORIENTING ; CONFUSING. It put vehicle, me and passagers at risk. Reson for the glass exploding are not clear. I was doing nothing that would cause it to happen. Not a use in time of explosion. No know stressers. No weather caused…”
“Sporadically the vehicle will not start. 200 miles on the 2023 powerboost and this has happened 3 times. Vehicle says pull over safely now and will not allow me to put into gear. picture of battery on dash. Vehicle always sitting in heated insulated garage. Waited a day and then it starts. Ford…”
“I was in my driveway, I placed the vehicle in reverse backed out normally, when I put it into Drive I let go of the brakes, I did not press the accelerator pedal, and the truck instantly accelerated while in electric mode. The acceleration was so quick that I slammed the brakes and the tires…”
2023 Ford F-150 Hybrid — common questions
Is the 2023 Ford F-150 Hybrid reliable?
It is close to typical for the F-150 Hybrid: 142 NHTSA complaints, 0 recalls, and no investigations on file.
What are the most common 2023 F-150 Hybrid problems?
According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are electrical system (37 complaints), transmission (28 complaints), other (23 complaints).
Does the 2023 Ford F-150 Hybrid have recalls?
No. NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2023 Ford F-150 Hybrid.
Which Ford F-150 Hybrid years should you avoid?
Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the F-150 Hybrid years to avoid are 2021, 2022. The cleanest record among F-150 Hybrid years belongs to 2025.
Related
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.
Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.