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2021 Ford F-150 recalls

NHTSA's recall file lists 29 safety recall campaigns for the 2021 Ford F-150 — 1 with a do-not-drive or park-outside advisory. The most recent was reported on July 28, 2026. Campaigns are matched by the model names in NHTSA's records: F-150.

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Campaigns at a glance

Recall campaigns for the 2021 Ford F-150, newest first
NHTSA numberReportedComponent
26V489000July 28, 2026Back Over Prevention › Display Function
26V402000June 24, 2026Power Train › Automatic Transmission
26V104000February 20, 2026Electrical System › Integrated Trailer Brake Control
25V729000October 24, 2025Visibility › Sun/Moon Roof Assembly
25V455000July 7, 2025Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump
25V348000May 23, 2025Exterior Lighting › Back Up Lights
25V315000May 9, 2025Back Over Prevention › Software
25V169000March 14, 2025Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Control Module (Tcm/PCM/Tecm)
25V132000February 28, 2025Electrical System › Integrated Trailer Brake Control
24V852000November 8, 2024Equipment › Other › Labels
24V635000August 23, 2024Engine And Engine Cooling › Engine › Hard Parts Internal/Mechanical
24V443000June 14, 2024Electrical System › Body Control Module › Software
23V896000December 22, 2023Power Train › Axle Hubs
23V509000July 21, 2023Parking Brake › Electrical
23V163000March 10, 2023Visibility › Windshield Wiper/Washer › Linkages
22V842000November 15, 2022Visibility › Windshield Wiper/Washer › Motor
22V623000August 12, 2022Power Train › Driveline › Driveshaft
22V414000June 10, 2022Fuel System, Gasoline › Storage
22V250000April 14, 2022Visibility › Windshield Wiper/Washer › Linkages
22V193000March 25, 2022Electrical System › Integrated Trailer Brake Control
22V188000March 25, 2022Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Control Module (Tcm/PCM/Tecm)
22V142000March 11, 2022Visibility › Windshield Wiper/Washer › Motor
21V986000December 16, 2021Power Train › Driveline › Driveshaft
21V805000October 15, 2021Air Bags › Sensor › Side Impact
21V653000August 23, 2021Seat Belts › Front › Webbing
21V533000July 15, 2021Service Brakes, Hydraulic
21V407000May 29, 2021SteeringDo not drive
21V381000May 24, 2021Power Train › Driveline › Driveshaft
21V090000February 18, 2021Visibility › Windshield

Systems involved: Power Train (7) · Visibility (6) · Electrical System (4) · Exterior Lighting (3) · Back Over Prevention (2) · Fuel System, Gasoline (2) · Structure (2) · Air Bags (1) · Engine And Engine Cooling (1) · Equipment (1) · Parking Brake (1) · Seat Belts (1) · Service Brakes, Hydraulic (1) · Steering (1)

Recall records

NHTSA 26V489000Manufacturer no. 26C37

Back Over Prevention › Display Function

Report received by NHTSA
July 28, 2026
Owner notification
Not yet in the record
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
47,587 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2021 Ford F-150
January 30, 2020 – Not reported
Model names in the NHTSA record
F-150

Components: Back Over Prevention › Display Function; Back Over Prevention › Software

Defect summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 F-150 and 2023-2026 F-250 SD vehicles equipped with 8-inch SYNC infotainment screens. A software error may cause the rearview camera image to be obstructed by the infotainment home screen menu when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Safety risk

An obstructed rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

The accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed August 7, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in September 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C37. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 31, 2026.

Source: NHTSA recall 26V489000, filed by Ford Motor Company. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 26V402000Manufacturer no. 26S48

Power Train › Automatic Transmission

Report received by NHTSA
June 24, 2026
Owner notification
Not yet in the record
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
741,195 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2021 Ford F-150
January 8, 2020 – October 8, 2021
Model names in the NHTSA record
F-150

Defect summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Navigator, Expedition, 2020-2021 Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, and 2021 F-150 vehicles. The transmission park pawl may engage while the vehicle is in motion, resulting in park system damage.

Safety risk

Park system damage may result in a vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will update the powertrain control module software, and inspect and replace any damaged transmission components as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed July 10, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in April 2027. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S48. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on June 26, 2026.

Source: NHTSA recall 26V402000, filed by Ford Motor Company. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 26V104000Manufacturer no. 26C10

Electrical System › Integrated Trailer Brake Control

Report received by NHTSA
February 20, 2026
Owner notification
March 25, 2026
Recall initiated by
NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation
Units potentially affected
4,381,878 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2021 Ford F-150
January 8, 2020 – Not reported
Model names in the NHTSA record
F-150

Components: Electrical System › Integrated Trailer Brake Control; Exterior Lighting › Tail Lights

Defect summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2026 F-150, 2022-2026 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, Maverick, 2024-2026 Ranger, 2023-2026 F-600 SD, 2022-2027 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, and 2026 E-Transit vehicles. When towing a trailer, the integrated trailer module (ITRM) may lose communication with the vehicle, possibly causing a loss of brake and turn signal lights, or a loss of brake function. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, " Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Safety risk

Trailer lights or brakes that do not function can reduce the driver’s ability to control the trailer and decrease the trailers visibility to other road users, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

The integrated trailer module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 25, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C10. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning March 17, 2026.

Source: NHTSA recall 26V104000, filed by Ford Motor Company. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 25V729000Manufacturer no. 25SB7

Visibility › Sun/Moon Roof Assembly

Report received by NHTSA
October 24, 2025
Owner notification
November 10, 2025
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
174,853 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2021 Ford F-150
June 21, 2021 – Not reported
Model names in the NHTSA record
F-150

Defect summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, 2021-2023 F-150, 2022 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, and F-450 SD vehicles. The moonroof wind deflector clips may be inadequately attached to the moonroof frame, which can result in the wind deflector detaching from the vehicle.

Safety risk

A detached wind deflector can become a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and repair the moonroof wind deflector as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 10, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SB7. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 30, 2025.

Source: NHTSA recall 25V729000, filed by Ford Motor Company. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 25V455000Manufacturer no. 25S75

Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump

Report received by NHTSA
July 7, 2025
Owner notification
July 27, 2026
Recall initiated by
NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation
Units potentially affected
850,318 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2021 Ford F-150
July 1, 2021 – Not reported
Model names in the NHTSA record
F-150

Defect summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Bronco, Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, 2021-2022 Lincoln Navigator, Mustang, F-150, and 2022 Expedition vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump may fail, which can result in an engine stall while driving.

Safety risk

An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the low pressure fuel pump on super duty vehicles and update the powertrain control module (PCM) software on all other affected vehicles, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 27, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S75.

Source: NHTSA recall 25V455000, filed by Ford Motor Company. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 25V348000Manufacturer no. 25S57

Exterior Lighting › Back Up Lights

Report received by NHTSA
May 23, 2025
Owner notification
June 26, 2025
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
10 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2021 Ford F-150
July 29, 2021 – November 16, 2021
Model names in the NHTSA record
F-150

Defect summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 F-150 vehicles equipped with the Onboard Scales feature that were repaired incorrectly under recall 24V443. An over-the-air software update to the body control module (BCM) may have disabled both reverse lights.

Safety risk

Inoperative reverse lights may fail to alert others that the vehicle is reversing, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will update the body control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 27, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S57.

Source: NHTSA recall 25V348000, filed by Ford Motor Company. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 25V315000Manufacturer no. 25S49

Back Over Prevention › Software

Report received by NHTSA
May 9, 2025
Owner notification
October 8, 2025
Recall initiated by
NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation
Units potentially affected
1,076,138 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2021 Ford F-150
January 8, 2020 – Not reported
Model names in the NHTSA record
F-150

Defect summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco, F-150, 2021-2024 Edge, 2022-2025 Escape, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, F-600, 2022-2024 Expedition, 2022-2025 Transit, 2021-2023 Mach-E, 2024 Ranger, Mustang, 2021-2023 Lincoln Nautilus, 2022-2024 Navigator, and 2023-2024 Corsair vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera image to delay, freeze, or not display when the vehicle is in reverse.

Safety risk

A frozen or missing rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

The accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air update, free of charge. This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model and model years. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on June 26, 2025. Additional letters will be mailed once the final remedy is available on each phase. Owner notification letters were sent on October 8, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S49.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 25V315000, filed by Ford Motor Company. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 25V169000Manufacturer no. 25S24

Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Control Module (Tcm/PCM/Tecm)

Report received by NHTSA
March 14, 2025
Owner notification
April 22, 2025
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
567 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record
F-150

Defect summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 F-150 vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 22V-188. The Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) for low transmission fluid pressure may falsely activate and cause the transmission to unexpectedly shift into neutral.

Safety risk

An unexpected shift into neutral will cause a loss of drive power and increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will update the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 22, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S24.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 25V169000, filed by Ford Motor Company. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 25V132000Manufacturer no. 25S15

Electrical System › Integrated Trailer Brake Control

Report received by NHTSA
February 28, 2025
Owner notification
April 11, 2025
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
10,952 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2021 Ford F-150
October 5, 2020 – Not reported
Model names in the NHTSA record
F-150

Defect summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 F-150, 2022 Maverick, Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 22V-193. Due to a software error, a towed trailer equipped with an electric or electric-over hydraulic brake system may not brake.

Safety risk

Loss of trailer brake functionality can extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will update the integrated trailer brake control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 11, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S18.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 25V132000, filed by Ford Motor Company. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 24V852000Manufacturer no. 24C39

Equipment › Other › Labels

Report received by NHTSA
November 8, 2024
Owner notification
December 19, 2024
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
27,678 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2021 Ford F-150
June 7, 2017 – October 21, 2024
Model names in the NHTSA record
F-150

Defect summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, 2020-2024 Escape, Lincoln Corsair, 2018-2024 F-150, Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The air bag warning label may be missing from the dashboard. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirement Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

Safety risk

Without a label that shows the proper restraint usage guidelines, the occupants may have an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Remedy

Ford will mail owners the warning labels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 19, 2024. Owners may call Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24C39.

Notes in the NHTSA record

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 nhtsa.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 24V852000, filed by Ford Motor Company. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 24V635000Manufacturer no. 24S55

Engine And Engine Cooling › Engine › Hard Parts Internal/Mechanical

Report received by NHTSA
August 23, 2024
Owner notification
July 3, 2025
Recall initiated by
NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation
Units potentially affected
90,736 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2021 Ford F-150
May 1, 2021 – October 31, 2021
Model names in the NHTSA record
F-150

Defect summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Bronco, F-150, Edge, Explorer, Lincoln Nautilus, and Lincoln Aviator vehicles equipped with either a 2.7L or 3.0L Nano EcoBoost engine. The engine intake valves may break while driving, which can result in engine failure and a loss of drive power.

Safety risk

A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will perform an engine cycle test and replace the engine as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 3, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S55.

Notes in the NHTSA record

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.safercar.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 24V635000, filed by Ford Motor Company. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 24V443000Manufacturer no. 24S38

Electrical System › Body Control Module › Software

Report received by NHTSA
June 14, 2024
Owner notification
June 26, 2024
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
159 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2021 Ford F-150
May 20, 2021 – December 10, 2021
Model names in the NHTSA record
F-150

Components: Electrical System › Body Control Module › Software; Exterior Lighting › Back Up Lights

Defect summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 F-150 vehicles equipped with the Onboard Scales feature. An over-the-air software update to the body control module (BCM) may have disabled both reverse lights.

Safety risk

Disabled reverse lights cannot alert others that the vehicle is reversing, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will update the body control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are were mailed June 26, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S38.

Notes in the NHTSA record

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.

Source: NHTSA recall 24V443000, filed by Ford Motor Company. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 23V896000Manufacturer no. 23S65

Power Train › Axle Hubs

Report received by NHTSA
December 22, 2023
Owner notification
May 9, 2025
Recall initiated by
NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation
Units potentially affected
112,965 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record
F-150

Defect summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 F-150 vehicles equipped with the Trailer Tow Max Duty package and a 9.75-inch heavy duty axle with a 3/4 float axle design. The rear axle hub bolt may fatigue and break, which can result in damage to the axle hub splines.

Safety risk

Damaged axle hub splines can result in a vehicle rollaway when the vehicle is in park without the parking brake applied or cause a loss of drive power. Both of these conditions can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the left and right rear axle shaft assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 9, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S65.

Notes in the NHTSA record

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.

Source: NHTSA recall 23V896000, filed by Ford Motor Company. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 23V509000Manufacturer no. 23S35

Parking Brake › Electrical

Report received by NHTSA
July 21, 2023
Owner notification
February 12, 2024
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
870,701 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record
F-150

Defect summary

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 in the NHTSA record

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.

Source: NHTSA recall 23V509000, filed by Ford Motor Company. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 23V163000Manufacturer no. 23S10

Visibility › Windshield Wiper/Washer › Linkages

Report received by NHTSA
March 10, 2023
Owner notification
December 13, 2023
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
222,454 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record
F-150

Defect summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 F-150 vehicles. The windshield wiper arms may break, causing the windshield wipers to fail.

Safety risk

Inoperative windshield wipers can reduce visibility in certain conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the wiper arms, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 13, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S10. This recall expands previous recall number 22V-250.

Notes in the NHTSA record

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.

Source: NHTSA recall 23V163000, filed by Ford Motor Company. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 22V842000Manufacturer no. 22S71

Visibility › Windshield Wiper/Washer › Motor

Report received by NHTSA
November 15, 2022
Owner notification
June 30, 2023
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
483,082 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record
F-150

Defect summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 F-150 vehicles. The front windshield wiper motor may become inoperative, causing the wipers to fail.

Safety risk

Inoperative windshield wipers can reduce visibility in certain conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the front windshield wiper motor, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 30, 2023. Remedy parts are expected in the 3rd Quarter of 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S71. This recall expands previous recall number 22V-142.

Notes in the NHTSA record

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.

Source: NHTSA recall 22V842000, filed by Ford Motor Company. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 22V623000Manufacturer no. 22S53

Power Train › Driveline › Driveshaft

Report received by NHTSA
August 12, 2022
Owner notification
September 1, 2022
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
58,203 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record
F-150

Components: Power Train › Driveline › Driveshaft; Structure › Frame And Members › Underbody Shields

Defect summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 F-150 vehicles. Underbody heat and noise insulators may loosen and contact the aluminum driveshaft, which could damage the driveshaft and cause it to fracture.

Safety risk

A fractured driveshaft can cause a loss of drive power, or a loss of vehicle control if the driveshaft contacts the ground. Additionally, unintended movement could occur while parked if the parking brake is not engaged. Any of these scenarios increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and repair the driveshaft, as necessary, and properly attach the underbody insulators, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 1, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S53.

Notes in the NHTSA record

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.

Source: NHTSA recall 22V623000, filed by Ford Motor Company. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 22V414000Manufacturer no. 22S42

Fuel System, Gasoline › Storage

Report received by NHTSA
June 10, 2022
Owner notification
July 1, 2022
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
1 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record
F-150

Defect summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling one 2021 F-150 vehicle. A single vehicle may have been assembled without a fuel tank front attachment resulting in an unsecured fuel tank attachment strap.

Safety risk

An improperly attached fuel tank increases the risk of a fuel leak and potential for fire.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and repair (if necessary) the fuel tank strap bracket, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 1, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S42.

Notes in the NHTSA record

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.

Source: NHTSA recall 22V414000, filed by Ford Motor Company. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 22V250000Manufacturer no. 22S26

Visibility › Windshield Wiper/Washer › Linkages

Report received by NHTSA
April 14, 2022
Owner notification
October 21, 2022
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
652,996 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record
F-150

Defect summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 F-150, Expedition, 2020-2022 Super Duty F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, and 2020-2021 Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The windshield wiper arms may break, causing the windshield wipers to fail.

Safety risk

Inoperative windshield wipers can reduce visibility in certain driving conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace both front windshield wiper arms, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters, informing owners of the safety risk, were mailed on May 24, 2022. Remedy parts are expected to be available 3rd Quarter 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 21, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S26.

Notes in the NHTSA record

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.

Source: NHTSA recall 22V250000, filed by Ford Motor Company. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 22V193000Manufacturer no. 22S17

Electrical System › Integrated Trailer Brake Control

Report received by NHTSA
March 25, 2022
Owner notification
April 22, 2022
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
391,836 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record
F-150

Defect summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 F-150, 2022 Maverick, Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 vehicles. Due to a software error, a towed trailer equipped with an electric or electric-over hydraulic brake system may not brake.

Safety risk

Loss of trailer brake functionality could result in extended stopping distance, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will update the integrated trailer brake control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 22, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S17.

Notes in the NHTSA record

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.

Source: NHTSA recall 22V193000, filed by Ford Motor Company. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 22V188000Manufacturer no. 22S15

Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Control Module (Tcm/PCM/Tecm)

Report received by NHTSA
March 25, 2022
Owner notification
April 12, 2022
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
47,084 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record
F-150

Defect summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 F-150 vehicles. The Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) for low transmission fluid pressure may falsely activate and cause the transmission to unexpectedly shift into neutral.

Safety risk

An unexpected shift into neutral will cause a loss of drive power and increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will update the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 12, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S15.

Notes in the NHTSA record

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.

Source: NHTSA recall 22V188000, filed by Ford Motor Company. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 22V142000Manufacturer no. 22S12

Visibility › Windshield Wiper/Washer › Motor

Report received by NHTSA
March 11, 2022
Owner notification
June 22, 2023
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
157,306 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record
F-150

Defect summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 F-150 vehicles. The front windshield wiper motor may become inoperative, causing the wipers to fail.

Safety risk

Inoperative windshield wipers can reduce visibility in certain conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the front windshield wiper motor, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 22, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S12.

Notes in the NHTSA record

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.

Source: NHTSA recall 22V142000, filed by Ford Motor Company. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 21V986000Manufacturer no. 21S56

Power Train › Driveline › Driveshaft

Report received by NHTSA
December 16, 2021
Owner notification
February 4, 2022
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
184,698 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record
F-150

Components: Power Train › Driveline › Driveshaft; Structure › Frame And Members › Underbody Shields

Defect summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 F-150 vehicles. Underbody heat and noise insulators may loosen and contact the aluminum driveshaft, which could damage the driveshaft and cause it to fracture.

Safety risk

A fractured driveshaft can cause a loss of drive power, or a loss of vehicle control if the driveshaft contacts the ground. Additionally, unintended movement could occur while parked if the parking brake is not engaged. Any of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and repair the driveshaft as necessary, and properly attach the underbody insulators, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 4, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S56.

Notes in the NHTSA record

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.

Source: NHTSA recall 21V986000, filed by Ford Motor Company. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 21V805000Manufacturer no. 21C26

Air Bags › Sensor › Side Impact

Report received by NHTSA
October 15, 2021
Owner notification
November 3, 2021
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
777 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record
F-150

Components: Air Bags › Sensor › Side Impact; Air Bags › Side/Window

Defect summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 Super Duty F-250, F-350, 2021 F-150, Expedition, and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The front-door side impact pressure sensor modules may have been damaged during supplier assembly, which can cause the side impact air bags to not deploy properly in a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 214, "Side Impact Protection."

Safety risk

An air bag that does not deploy properly during a crash increases the risk of injury.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the driver and passenger front door side impact sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 3, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21C26.

Notes in the NHTSA record

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.

Source: NHTSA recall 21V805000, filed by Ford Motor Company. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 21V653000Manufacturer no. 21C20

Seat Belts › Front › Webbing

Report received by NHTSA
August 23, 2021
Owner notification
October 14, 2021
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
16,430 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record
F-150

Defect summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 F-150 Super Cab vehicles. The front seatbelt webbing may be incorrectly routed.

Safety risk

A misrouted seatbelt may not adequately restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Owners are advised to perform a preliminary self-inspection of the front seatbelts. If the passenger-side seatbelt fails inspection, owners should not use the passenger seat until the repair is performed. If the driver-side seatbelt fails inspection, owners should not drive their vehicle until the repair is performed. Dealers will inspect the front seatbelts and, if the webbing is misrouted, will replace the seatbelt retractor and pretensioner, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 14, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21C20.

Notes in the NHTSA record

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.

Source: NHTSA recall 21V653000, filed by Ford Motor Company. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 21V533000Manufacturer no. 21S33

Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Report received by NHTSA
July 15, 2021
Owner notification
July 28, 2021
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
56 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record
F-150

Defect summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 F-150 vehicles. The electronic brake booster may leak brake fluid into the electronic control unit, which could result in reduced braking performance.

Safety risk

Reduced braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the electronic brake booster assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 28, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S33.

Notes in the NHTSA record

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.

Source: NHTSA recall 21V533000, filed by Ford Motor Company. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 21V407000Manufacturer no. 21S28

Steering

Do not drive advisory

Report received by NHTSA
May 29, 2021
Owner notification
June 4, 2021
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
223 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record
F-150

Components: Steering; Steering › Gear Box (Other Than Rack And Pinion); Steering › Rack And Pinion

Defect summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 F-150 vehicles. The steering gear may have internal damage, which could result in difficulty steering, or the inability to rotate the steering wheel while driving.

Safety risk

Loss of steering control can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Owners are advised to not drive their vehicles until the repair is complete. Vehicles will be towed in for service, and dealers will remove and replace the steering gear, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 4, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S28.

Notes in the NHTSA record

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.

Source: NHTSA recall 21V407000, filed by Ford Motor Company. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 21V381000Manufacturer no. 21S25

Power Train › Driveline › Driveshaft

Report received by NHTSA
May 24, 2021
Owner notification
June 15, 2021
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
4,436 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record
F-150

Defect summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 F-150 vehicles. The two-piece driveshafts may have been improperly assembled, which could result in driveshaft separation.

Safety risk

Driveshaft separation may result in a sudden loss of drive power, or unintended vehicle movement if the vehicle is in park without the parking brake applied, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the driveshaft, and replace it if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 15, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S25.

Notes in the NHTSA record

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.

Source: NHTSA recall 21V381000, filed by Ford Motor Company. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 21V090000Manufacturer no. 21C06

Visibility › Windshield

Report received by NHTSA
February 18, 2021
Owner notification
April 16, 2021
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
79,017 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record
F-150

Components: Visibility › Windshield; Visibility › Windshield › Critical Fasteners

Defect summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 F-150 and 2020-2021 F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 Super Duty vehicles. During manufacturing, the windshield may not have been properly bonded to the vehicle, allowing it to detach in a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 212, "Windshield Mounting."

Safety risk

In the event of a crash, if the windshield separates from the vehicle, it can increase the risk of injury.

Remedy

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will remove and reinstall the windshield, free of charge. The recall began April 16, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21C06.

Notes in the NHTSA record

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.safercar.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 21V090000, filed by Ford Motor Company. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

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