NHTSA Recall 23V168000: Traction battery (electrical system)
Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 18 vehicles. It affects 2023 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV.
| NHTSA campaign | 23V168000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 23S15 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › PROPULSION SYSTEM › TRACTION BATTERY |
| Report received | March 15, 2023 |
| Owner notification | March 31, 2023 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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.
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.
Notes
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 23V168000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Ford F-150 Lightning BEV | 2023 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.