NHTSA Recall 23V509000: Electrical (parking brake)
Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 870,701 vehicles. It affects 2021–2023 Ford F-150.
| NHTSA campaign | 23V509000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 23S35 |
| Component | PARKING BRAKE › ELECTRICAL |
| Report received | July 21, 2023 |
| Owner notification | February 12, 2024 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 F-150 vehicles equipped with a single exhaust system. Contact with the rear axle housing may damage the wiring harness, causing the electric parking brake to activate unexpectedly.
Safety risk
Unexpected activation of the electric parking brake while driving increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install a protective tie strap, tape wrap, and replace the harness as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 12, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S35.
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 23V509000
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.