2023 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV power train problems
16 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the power train on the 2023 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV — 15% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“On August 20, 2026, while driving my 2023 Ford F-150 Lightning, the vehicle suffered a sudden, complete, and catastrophic loss of propulsion. The truck stopped abruptly while in motion on an active roadway. This immediate loss of power created an extremely hazardous situation, exposing myself, my…”
filed Aug 31, 2026
“Ford Motor Company has failed to remedy NHTSA Safety Recall 25V863 (Ford recall number 25C69, Integrated Park Module / Park Pawl Engagement) on my vehicle within the timely manner required, and the recall remains in "Recall Incomplete" status more than four months past Ford's own stated remedy…”
filed Jun 3, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- Integrated park module may fail to lock into the park position when the driver shifts…Campaign 25V863000 · Dec 12, 2025
Related service bulletins
Certain 2022-2023 Model Year F-150 Hybrid Electric Vehicles (HEV) Equipped with a 3.5L PowerBoost Engine Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Reprogramming/Catalytic Converter Replacement
24E04 · Emissions · issued May 5, 2026"Quality improvements include: -Calibration update to address a block fault that triggers a warning light and causes reduced torque in cold temperatures"
PT-25.8.5 F-150 Lightnin · Over The Air · issued Jan 5, 2026
Power Train problems in other F-150 Lightning BEV years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 F-150 Lightning BEV | 5 | 17% |
| 2022 F-150 Lightning BEV | 13 | 14% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2023 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.