2023 Ford F-150 Lightning Bev recall: Electrical system: propulsion system, traction battery
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 23V168000
- Reported
- March 15, 2023
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Part
- Electrical system: propulsion system, traction battery
- Vehicles affected
- About 18
What is wrong
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 F-150 Lightning pickup trucks. The high-voltage battery pack may experience an electrical short-circuit when the battery is fully charged or near fully charged.
Safety risk
A battery short-circuit increases the risk of a fire.
The fix
Dealers will replace the high-voltage battery pack, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 31, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S15.
Affected models
Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.
Notes from the notice
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Frequently asked questions
Which vehicles are affected by this recall?
Ford F-150 Lightning Bev (2023). Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
A battery short-circuit increases the risk of a fire.
What is the fix?
Dealers will replace the high-voltage battery pack, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 31, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S15.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.