2023 Ford F-150 body & structure problems

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What owners say

1. Filed Jun 17, 2026TXBody & StructureElectrical SystemOther / Unknown

   There is a manufacturing defect that is causing water to to enter the vehicle when driving in the rain. Where this becomes a significant safety issue is that the water enters somewhere near the bottom of the windshield (source still not determined) and runs down the pillar over the fuse box and BCM (neither is protected from the water). This could lead to an electrical short on any of the major modules of the vehicle unpredictably. the leak is confirmed but source is still…

   NHTSA complaint #11744763 · source
2. Filed Feb 22, 2026UTBody & StructureOther / Unknown

   There is a leak somewhere in the truck. This leak is causing the carpet to retain and moisture and get caught between the floor mats causing a mildew and moisture smell.

   NHTSA complaint #11719704 · source
3. Filed Feb 20, 2026NVBody & Structure

   The sunroof of my vehicle burst while I was driving on the highway. There was no warning and the vehicle was not hit by anything. The glass shattered and came into the truck cabin. Air starting getting in the vehicle as well. It was a dangerous situation as I was driving and glass was coming in. The vehicle was towed to the dealership. The dealership is refusing to repair the vehicle and they can’t confirm why the sunroof broke. The glass is caved outward. I have filed a…

   NHTSA complaint #11719493 · source
4. Filed Jan 2, 2026MIBody & Structure

   As I was driving the right rear door flung open and would not engage when pulled back in. Had to drive home with a door that would not shut. Yes safety was at risk for kids in back seat. Confirmed by previous reports and service department at dealership. No warning lamps that were noticed.

   NHTSA complaint #11708276 · source
5. Filed Nov 24, 2025IABody & StructureVisibility & Wipers

   During rain and snow events, water leaks into the interior of the vehicle through the roof area. The intrusion appears to occur during moderate to heavy precipitation and results in water collecting inside the cabin. This moisture has led to a persistent, moldy odor throughout the vehicle. The presence of mold poses a health concern, especially for my children and family members who ride in the truck. We are concerned about the potential inhalation of mold-contaminated air…

   NHTSA complaint #11701307 · source
6. Filed Sep 18, 2025KYBody & Structure

   The rear passenger window rolled down and is stuck in down position. This is the second time this has happened in our F-150. It happened when we first bought the truck nearly two year ago and was fixed. I worry it was replaced with another faulty component. There have been numerous complaints of this happening and the issue is within the driver side door components.

   NHTSA complaint #11688154 · source
7. Filed Aug 9, 2025TNBody & Structure

   After a repair at Ted Russel ford that swapped my battery, the skid plate fell off while traveling in a parking lot. Fortunately this didn’t occur on the interstate.

   NHTSA complaint #11679504 · source
8. Filed Aug 3, 2025TXBody & Structure

   Water entering cabin on Front passenger side of truck. Causing mold and mildew. Dealer 'fixed' this three weeks ago and now it is back again...

   NHTSA complaint #11678093 · source
9. Filed Jul 7, 2025OKBody & Structure

   Bought used at 10k miles less than a year ago, has a severe leak from the passenger side windshield/cowl area that pours down the body seam saturates the floor, wire channel, and bcm area. This is a safety issue as you can smell a burnt/wet wire smell and the incoming water saturates critical wiring, and is nearby airbag wiring. Vehicle in question has only been owned for a year (of 3 year warranty) but any warranty repairs are being refused as it is 4100 miles outside of…

   NHTSA complaint #11671709 · source
10. Filed Jun 26, 2025FLBody & Structure

    Bought new a year and a half ago, has a severe leak from the passenger side windshield/cowl area that pours into AC box and then saturates the floor. This is a safety issue as you can smell a burnt/we wire smell and the incoming water saturates critical wiring, and is nearby airbag wiring. Vehicle in question has only been owned for a year and a half (of 3 year warranty) but any warranty repairs are being refused as it is 2500 miles outside of comprehensive warranty.…

    NHTSA complaint #11669465 · source
11. Filed Apr 14, 20254,000 miTXBody & Structure

    The contact owns a 2023 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the message "Active Air DAM System fault detected" was displayed. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the driver's Side Active Air Dam Motor Actuator. The contact was informed that the part displayed signs of external damage as if the driver had struck an object. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure…

    NHTSA complaint #11654516 · source
12. Filed Apr 10, 2025TXBody & StructureOther / UnknownSeats & Seat Belts

    To Whom It May Concern, I am writing to formally report a recurring water intrusion issue with my vehicle, which poses a potential safety risk. Whenever it rains and the vehicle is parked outside, water consistently leaks into the passenger-side interior. While driving, especially during acceleration or braking, I can hear the sound of water moving within the passenger side area. Upon inspection, I have found water pooling in the front passenger footwell, where multiple…

    NHTSA complaint #11653843 · source

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology