2023 Ford F-150 Transmission Problems
From NHTSA owner complaints and recalls. Updated Oct 17, 2026.
How common are transmission problems on the 2023 Ford F-150?
158 owners have reported transmission problems on the 2023 Ford F-150, 38% of all complaints for this year and the most reported problem area. Most reported problems happened at about 17,000–49,000 miles. 4 recalls cover this area.
158 complaints 38% of all 2023 complaints 34,000 miles typical
Which parts fail
The specific part named in each complaint.
Mileage when it failed
Each dot is a complaint that gave a mileage (36 of 158). The amber line is the middle value.
When problems were reported
Transmission complaints by the year the problem happened.
Transmission complaints by F-150 year
Related recalls
Axle hubs
Can stall75-inch heavy duty axle with a 3/4 float axle design. The rear axle hub bolt may fatigue and break, which can result in damage to the axle hub splines. Damaged axle hub splines can result in a vehicle rollaway when in park without the parking brake applied or cause a loss of drive power. Either of these conditions can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the left and right rear axle shaft assemblies, free of charge. This is a phased recall.
Recall 25V512000 · Aug 2025Axle hubs
Can stall75-inch heavy duty axle with a 3/4 float axle design. The rear axle hub bolt may fatigue and break, which can result in damage to the axle hub splines. Damaged axle hub splines can result in a vehicle rollaway when the vehicle is in park without the parking brake applied or cause a loss of drive power. Both of these conditions can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the left and right rear axle shaft assemblies, free of charge.
Recall 23V896000 · Dec 2023Axle assembly
The front axle pinion may not have been heat-treated, which can cause it to fracture. A fractured pinion can result in a loss of 4-wheel drive and may cause the front wheels to lock up, increasng the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the front axle pinion gear set. If there is a broken front axle pinion, the entire axle assembly will be replaced.
Recall 23V128000 · Feb 2023Automatic transmission
The transmission may contain a loose bolt which could prevent the transmission from engaging the park gear, although the gear shifter position may indicate that the vehicle has been shifted to "PARK." The inability to secure the vehicle in the park position can result in a rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the transmissions, free of charge.
Recall 23V070000 · Feb 2023Get an email when your 2023 Ford F-150 gets a new recall
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Common questions
What are common 2023 Ford F-150 transmission problems?
Complaints most often name the column shift, axle assembly and automatic transmission.
At what mileage do 2023 Ford F-150 transmission problems happen?
Most complaints that gave a mileage fell between about 17,000–49,000 miles. The middle value is about 34,000 miles.
Is there a recall for 2023 Ford F-150 transmission problems?
Yes: 25V512000, 23V896000, 23V128000, 23V070000. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if the work was done.
Which F-150 year has the most transmission complaints?
The 2013 F-150, with 1,342 complaints.
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases. Complaints are unverified owner reports.