2023 Ford F-650 SD Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Sep 10, 2025 · 2 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other F-650 SD years
Not enough data 8th of 18 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2023 Ford F-650 SD. That ranks 8th out of 18 F-650 SD model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is power train (2 complaints, 100%). There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2023 Ford F-650 SD problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Power Train2
Engine1
Service Brakes1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Power Train2100%———
Engine150%———
Service Brakes150%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2022, with 1 complaints
2022: 1202212025: 120251

n = 2 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2023 Ford F-650 SD recalls (1)

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Parking brakeFeb 23, 2024 · NHTSA campaign 24V143000 · 18,716 vehicles

Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023-2024 F-650 and F-750 vehicles. The parking brake may malfunction and allow the lever to be released without pressing the release button.

Risk: A parking brake that is released unexpectedly may result in a vehicle roll away, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

Fix: Dealers will replace the parking brake handle assembly. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 17, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S09.

To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

Vehicle: 2023 Ford F650 7.3L Godzilla engine (VIN: [XXX] ) Issue: Catastrophic engine failure at 48,664 miles - camshaft/lifter failure requiring $21,898 repair Purchase: Feb 2024 with 6,250 miles (essentially new) Ford's Illegal Denial: Denying warranty coverage solely due to rebuilt title status…

Engine · received Sep 10, 2025 · NHTSA complaint 11686240

Picked up the brand new F650 rollback tow truck from the dealer in Ohio. Traveling back to California with a Chevy Yukon 2WD on the bed. Approx 200 miles from the dealer the "Service Advance Trac warning appeared on the dash. The traction yellow light and wrench appeared on the dash. I was…

Service Brakes · received May 31, 2022 · NHTSA complaint 11466793

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2023 Ford F-650 SD?

Owners most often report power train, engine, service brakes problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 2 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2023 Ford F-650 SD?

Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2023 Ford F-650 SD a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other F-650 SD model years, the 2023 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.