Is the 2023 Ford F-250 SD reliable?

The 2023 Ford F-250 SD has 76 complaints filed with NHTSA (2.1x the segment average). Our reliability verdict: below-average. Most common issue: ELECTRICAL problems.

What are common problems with the 2023 Ford F-250 SD?

Top problems: ELECTRICAL (14 complaints, avg repair $500); DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS (11 complaints, avg repair $500); ENGINE (9 complaints, avg repair $500). Issues typically appear around 50K miles.

Are there any recalls on the 2023 Ford F-250 SD?

Yes, there are 15 recall(s): STEERING:COLUMN, EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS, EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL, STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR, BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION, POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT, STEERING:COLUMN, BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA, BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE, VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS, BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE, FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL, VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:LINKAGES. Contact any Ford dealer to verify if recalls have been completed on your specific vehicle.

How much does it cost to insure a 2023 Ford F-250 SD?

Estimated US average full-coverage insurance for the 2023 Ford F-250 SD is approximately $1,687/year (sedan-midsize class). Actual quotes vary heavily by state, driver age, driving record, and credit — see the interactive insurance estimator on this page for state-specific pricing.

2023 Ford F-250 SD

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Below Average

Quick Summary

The 2023 Ford F-250 SD has 76 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 2.1x the segment average of 37. The most common issue is electrical problems (18% of all complaints), specifically: instrument pan is completely out and ford has no fix for it.. There are 15 recalls issued for this model year. ⚠️ 2 fire reports filed.

2 fire reports 3 crash reports 1 injury

Total Complaints

Recalls Issued

—/5

Safety Stars

2.1x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems(top 5 of 8)

ELECTRICAL

14 complaints

18%

• Instrument pan is completely out and ford has no fix for it.
• The instrument panel cluster has failed. You can not see how fast you are going, none of the dash is lit up. You are unable to determine if there are any issues going on with the vehicle. The adaptive cruise control and emergency braking system is not working properly. The battery will also not hold
• Several issues. At 1100 miles the sound system or the 12” touch screen locks up sometimes so that touch screen doesn’t work, stereo turns off, a sudden loud tone comes on from all the speakers at full volume and the volume control, screen nothing works to turn it down and you have to turn the truck

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

“Instrument pan is completely out and ford has no fix for it.”

— NHTSA complaint filing

When Problems Appear on the 2023 Ford F-250 SD

Based on 12 owner complaints that included an odometer reading. Median mileage at time of complaint: 3K miles. Most complaints cluster in the 0-30K miles range.

Overall complaint distribution by mileage

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

Mileage figures are self-reported by owners in NHTSA complaint filings. Peak bucket = the mileage range with the most complaints for that component; it reflects when owners noticed and reported problems, not necessarily when the fault first occurred. This vehicle is under 5 years old, so most of the fleet hasn't accumulated high mileage yet — low-mileage peaks reflect fleet age, not necessarily premature failure.

Recalls (15)

STEERING:COLUMN12/05/2023

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 Super Duty F-250, F-350, and F-450 vehicles. The steering column upper shaft bolts may be missing or improperly tightened, resulting in possible separation of the steering column from the adjoining components.

Risk: A disconnected steering column can result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and tighten the steering column upper shaft coupler bolts, or install any missing bolts, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 1, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S22.

Estimated Insurance Cost for 2023 Ford F-250 SD

Estimate only, not a quote. Modeled from NAIC + HLDI averages for a hypothetical 35-year-old driver with clean record + full coverage. Your actual quote depends heavily on your age, driving history, credit, ZIP code, and insurer.

Your state (affects local premium average)

Full coverage / year

$1,687

Full coverage / month

$141

Liability only / year

$611

vs US avg

+1%

How this estimate is calculated

US base full-coverage premium$1674

× state (US)1.00x

× vehicle class (sedan-midsize)0.96x

× theft risk1.00x

× safety rating1.00x

× vehicle age1.05x

= Full coverage estimate$1687

Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.

Maintenance & Warranty

Recommended Ford F-250 SD Service Intervals

Oil change

8K mi / 12 mo

Tire rotation

8K mi

Brake fluid

36 months

Transmission fluid

30K mi

Engine coolant

100K mi

Spark plugs

100K mi

Cabin air filter

20K mi

Engine air filter

30K mi

Differential (AWD/4WD)

30K mi

IOLM (Intelligent Oil Life Monitor) may signal earlier. Older 5.4L Triton engines have specific service needs — check the manual.

"Severe service" conditions (heavy towing, extreme temps, city stop-and-go) typically halve these intervals. Always consult your vehicle's owner's manual for the authoritative schedule.

Ford New-Vehicle Warranty Coverage

Bumper-to-bumper (basic)

3 yr / 36K mi

Powertrain

5 yr / 60K mi

Hybrid/EV battery

8 yr / 100K mi

Corrosion (rust perforation)

5 yr / unlimited mi

Roadside assistance

5 yr / 60K mi

Estimated Repair Costs

ELECTRICAL(~50K mi)

$500

DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS(~50K mi)

$500

ENGINE(~50K mi)

$500

BRAKES(~50K mi)

$500

TRANSMISSION(~50K mi)

$500

Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 76 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

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ELECTRICAL: Instrument pan is completely out and ford has no fix for it.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS: MY NEW 2023 F250 SUPER DUTY HAD APPROXIMATELY 540 MILES WHEN I RECEIVED FOLLOWING MESSAGES: 1) PRE-COLLISION ASSIST NOT AVAILABLE 2) SERVICE ADVANCE TRAC 3) ABC OR ABS NOT WORKING FORD SERVICE DID A DIAGNOSIS AND ORDERED AND PUT IN STEERING CONTROL MODULE. FIXED CODES FOR ABOUT 1000 MILES AND CODES
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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ENGINE: No warning that this vehicle is designed to cut itself off after 30 minutes of idle time. This is NOT STANDARD and no owner would ever know or expect this. Ford should have at minimal a warning placard like it does for airbags. We purposely got a 250 truck to use the idle with AC as we setup and
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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BRAKES: MY NEW 2023 F250 SUPER DUTY HAD APPROXIMATELY 540 MILES WHEN I RECEIVED FOLLOWING MESSAGES: 1) PRE-COLLISION ASSIST NOT AVAILABLE 2) SERVICE ADVANCE TRAC 3) ABC OR ABS NOT WORKING FORD SERVICE DID A DIAGNOSIS AND ORDERED AND PUT IN STEERING CONTROL MODULE. FIXED CODES FOR ABOUT 1000 MILES AND CODES
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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RECALLS: Verify all 15 recalls have been completed — free at any Ford dealer
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General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)