2023 Ford F-150 driver assistance problems

Filed Nov 8, 2026 · Brakes, Driver assistance · NV

The involved vehicle sustained prior front bumper structural damage that directly compromised and interfered with the anti-lock braking system (ABS) sensors, wiring, and front-end integrity, severely degrading stopping capability and collision avoidance response. Furthermore, critical physical evidence has been subject to spoliation, as the vehicle and its compromised front-end collision/braking systems were disposed of or altered before a complete independent forensic and mechanical engineering evaluation could be performed to document the system failure.

Filed Nov 8, 2026 · Brakes, Driver assistance · NV · crash

On 10/11/2024, a 2023 Ford F-150 XLT (rented from Enterprise) suffered a catastrophic failure of the Forward Collision Warning, Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB), and primary brakes, resulting in a severe rear-end collision with a semi-truck and life-threatening injuries (severed intestines requiring a Mercy Air lifeflight). Crucially, Enterprise's own rental agreement documented prior damage to the vehicle's front end from a previous accident. This exact location houses the ADAS and assisted braking sensors, meaning Enterprise knowingly rented a vehicle with a structurally compromised safety system. Following the crash, Enterprise intentionally wiped the vehicle's telematics and Event Data Recorder (EDR). To finalize the cover-up, they disposed of the vehicle through Copart Auto Auction within 31 days of the collision. This rapid, deliberate spoliation of evidence was executed to destroy telemetry data and conceal the sensor failure before the vehicle could be subpoenaed in our active federal (§ 1983) and state litigation.

Filed Oct 26, 2026 · Driver assistance · NY

While using adaptive cruise control in stop-and-go traffic on the Brooklyn Bridge, my 2023 Ford F-150 repeatedly loses track of the vehicle directly ahead and accelerates toward its set speed despite stopped traffic in front of me, requiring me to brake manually to avoid a collision. This happens every time I cross the bridge in traffic, most recently on October 26, 2026, at about 7:33 PM, at 37,293 miles.

Filed Jul 9, 2026 · Brakes, Driver assistance · NY

driving approximately 20 miles an hour, gently applying the brake as I was approaching a stoplight when the brake suddenly engaged forcefully causing the car to jerk to a stop unexpectedly. There was a warning across the dash that said " forward collision is not available" and that disappeared. A local dealership said this was an ABS issue and reprogrammed it.

Filed May 11, 2026 · Driver assistance · 24,000 miles · NY

The contact owns 2023 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving 25 MPH, while depressing the accelerator pedal the automatic brake system engaged independently causing all four wheels to lock up. a dealer was contacted. The vehicle was taken to dealer where it was diagnosed that front camera bezel needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired as the front camera bezel was replaced. The contact was relating the failure the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 22V334000 (Â FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and offered no assistance and informed him he had to pay for the cost of repair. The failure mileage was 24,000.

Filed Apr 23, 2026 · Brakes, Driver assistance · TN

While driving up to 40 mph, the emergency brake will randomly come on causing me to skid and stop suddenly. I manually have to turn back off the emergency brake to drive again. This incident has occurred in traffic multiple times. The truck has been at the dealership service center four times and they cannot replicate, diagnose, or repair the issue. The dealership states they have looked at the electrical components and replaced the battery, which did not solve the issue. There are no warnings prior to the emergency brake coming on. A collision is not about to happen that causes it to come on.

Filed Apr 6, 2026 · Driver assistance · MI

This vehicle is equipped with Blue Cruise, a hands-free driving feature. While in hands-free drive mode (Blue Cruise), the vehicle abruptly disengaged and aggressively pulled off the highway. In icy conditions and at high speeds. This is abnormal for the system. Typically, if the Blue Cruise disengages, it gives a timed warning, about 5-10 seconds, and then will disengage. This was dangerously different. The dealership serviced the vehicle and updated the system. However, Blue C still wanders in the lane and randomly disconnects. With the Blue Cruise system turned off/disengaged and the adaptive cruise control engaged, the system also acts erratically, randomly disengaging for no reason.

Filed Feb 26, 2026 · Brakes, Driver assistance · MA

I’ve been advised by McGovern Ford in Massachusetts that I need ABS Module and an Electronic Brake Booster and it isn’t covered by any warranty. Yet it’s a safety hazard and the truck is only 2 1/2 years old. Why would those 2 items need to be replaced on a newer truck.

Filed Feb 23, 2026 · Driver assistance, Electrical · IN

⸻ Highlight Summary: My 2023 Ford F-150 (VIN: [XXX] ) has intermittent rear tail lamps, brake lights, turn signals, and backup lights failure due to water intrusion. The right side has completely failed; the left side is beginning to fail, creating a serious safety hazard at night or in low visibility. Both the dealership and Ford Customer Assistance have avoided returning calls and are denying responsibility, and this is a common problem nationwide. ⸻ Complaint – 2023 Ford F-150 Rear Lighting Failure •Vehicle: 2023 Ford F-150, VIN [XXX] , ~73,000 miles •Issue: Intermittent rear tail lamps, brake lights, turn signals, and backup lights failure due to water intrusion •Right side: completely failed; left side: starting to fail •Safety Risk: Creates serious hazard at night/low visibility, increasing risk of rear-end collisions •Dealership: D-Patrick Ford Superstore, Evansville, Indiana, E. Walnut St. •Initially could not duplicate issue •Feb 7, 2026: confirmed problem, quoted ~$3,000 for repair •Truck returned “all lights working,” but right side still not functioning •Manufacturer & Dealership Response: Ford Customer Assistance and dealership are denying responsibility and avoiding calls, leaving the defect unresolved nearly a year •Nationwide Problem: Common issue reported by many F-150 owners, indicating widespread safety defect •Request: Immediate review and corrective action for this recurring and escalating safety hazard INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Filed Dec 29, 2025 · Driver assistance, Electrical · OH

I was driving and all of the dash lights came on simultaneously and I lost power braking ability while on the interstate. I was able to pull over and the truck shut off. I had to call a tow truck because it would not start back up. The AAA servicer reprogrammed the battery which turned all of the warning lights off except for the "push brake to start" warning and the truck will still not start because of this. The tech with AAA advised there is a recall related to this issue but my VIN search returns no results.