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2023 Ford F-150 Lightning Bev recall: traction battery

Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall on March 15, 2023. It covers about 18 vehicles.

vehicles affected
18
reported
Mar 15, 2023
owners notified
Mar 31, 2023
related complaints
61

Electrical system: propulsion system: traction battery

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.
Risk
A battery short-circuit increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
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.

Recall number 23V168000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 61 complaints about electrical problems.

2023 Ford F-150 Lightning Bev

Questions about recall 23V168000

Is there a recall on the 2023 Ford F-150 Lightning Bev traction battery?

Yes. Recall 23V168000, reported on March 15, 2023, covers about 18 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 23V168000?

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.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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