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A strong model-level review separates searchable vehicle information from proof. The useful evidence is the warranty and chronological record showing what this vehicle did, what was reported, and what the authorized facility attempted.
Recall, campaign, and repair information is often year- and VIN-specific. Use the exact vehicle identity instead of assuming every version of the model is the same.
Model-aware documentation
These are investigation prompts, not statements that the model has each problem. Select only the categories that match the actual vehicle and repair orders.
Record the operating conditions, warning messages, speed, temperature, and whether the concern returned after repair.
Note hesitation, harsh engagement, slipping, vibration, or loss of response and the exact conditions in which it occurs.
Save photographs of warning lights, no-start events, battery replacements, diagnostic codes, and modules tested or replaced.
Identify update or calibration numbers, failed features, reset attempts, and whether the same symptom returned after programming.
Document unavailable features, false alerts, braking or steering interventions, sensor conditions, and dealer test results.
Describe pulling, noise, vibration, loss of assist, uneven response, and any effect on predictable control of the vehicle.
Vehicle safety and service records
Find your model year, distinguish a safety recall from a service bulletin or owner report, and compare the records with your vehicle’s VIN, equipment, and repair history.
Indexed source review: September 24, 2026 · Model-year window: 2021–2026
Model year 2021
The 2021 F-150 index includes 29 distinct safety campaigns, covering airbags, belts, and seating, body and closures, transmission and driveline, brakes and stability control, visibility, cameras, and driver assistance, steering, fuel and propulsion, electrical systems and software, lighting and signals, equipment and other reported systems, engine and cooling. Owner-report entries are most numerous in transmission and driveline (314) and visibility, cameras, and driver assistance (212). 636 manufacturer communications are organized separately below so workshop instructions are not mistaken for confirmed owner failures. Start with any applicable safety instructions, then match the service documents and reported conditions to the actual repair orders.
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk, injury risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “The front seatbelt webbing may be incorrectly routed.”
Applicability in the source: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 F-150 Super Cab vehicles.
Remedy and status excerpt: 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. Ford's number for this recall is 21C20.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 21V653000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “Underbody heat and noise insulators may loosen and contact the aluminum driveshaft, which could damage the driveshaft and cause it to fracture.”
Applicability in the source: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 F-150 vehicles.
Remedy and status excerpt: Dealers will inspect and repair the driveshaft as necessary, and properly attach the underbody insulators, free of charge. Ford's number for this recall is 21S56.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 21V986000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “The electronic brake booster may leak brake fluid into the electronic control unit, which could result in reduced braking performance.”
Applicability in the source: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 F-150 vehicles.
Remedy and status excerpt: Dealers will replace the electronic brake booster assembly, free of charge. Ford's number for this recall is 21S33.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 21V533000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk, injury risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “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 …”
Applicability in the source: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 Super Duty F-250, F-350, 2021 F-150, Expedition, and Lincoln Navigator vehicles.
Remedy and status excerpt: Dealers will replace the driver and passenger front door side impact sensors, free of charge. Ford's number for this recall is 21C26.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 21V805000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “The two-piece driveshafts may have been improperly assembled, which could result in driveshaft separation.”
Applicability in the source: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 F-150 vehicles.
Remedy and status excerpt: Dealers will inspect the driveshaft, and replace it if necessary, free of charge. Ford's number for this recall is 21S25.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 21V381000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk, injury risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “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 …”
Applicability in the source: 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.
Remedy and status excerpt: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will remove and reinstall the windshield, free of charge. The recall began April 16, 2021. Ford's number for this recall is 21C06.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 21V090000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “The steering gear may have internal damage, which could result in difficulty steering, or the inability to rotate the steering wheel while driving.”
Do not drive an affected, unrepaired vehicle. Follow the manufacturer’s current instructions before moving it.
Applicability in the source: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 F-150 vehicles.
Remedy and status excerpt: 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. Ford's number for this recall is 21S28.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 21V407000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “The Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) for low transmission fluid pressure may falsely activate and cause the transmission to unexpectedly shift into neutral.”
Applicability in the source: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 F-150 vehicles.
Remedy and status excerpt: Dealers will update the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) software, free of charge. Ford's number for this recall is 22S15.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 22V188000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “The front windshield wiper motor may become inoperative, causing the wipers to fail.”
Applicability in the source: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 F-150 vehicles.
Remedy and status excerpt: Dealers will replace the front windshield wiper motor, free of charge. Ford's number for this recall is 22S12.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 22V142000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “Due to a software error, a towed trailer equipped with an electric or electric-over hydraulic brake system may not brake.”
Applicability in the source: 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.
Remedy and status excerpt: Dealers will update the integrated trailer brake control module software, free of charge. Ford's number for this recall is 22S17.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 22V193000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses fire risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “A single vehicle may have been assembled without a fuel tank front attachment resulting in an unsecured fuel tank attachment strap.”
Applicability in the source: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling one 2021 F-150 vehicle.
Remedy and status excerpt: Dealers will inspect and repair (if necessary) the fuel tank strap bracket, free of charge. Ford's number for this recall is 22S42.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 22V414000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “Underbody heat and noise insulators may loosen and contact the aluminum driveshaft, which could damage the driveshaft and cause it to fracture.”
Applicability in the source: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 F-150 vehicles.
Remedy and status excerpt: Dealers will inspect and repair the driveshaft, as necessary, and properly attach the underbody insulators, free of charge. Ford's number for this recall is 22S53.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 22V623000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “The front windshield wiper motor may become inoperative, causing the wipers to fail.”
Applicability in the source: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 F-150 vehicles.
Remedy and status excerpt: Dealers will replace the front windshield wiper motor, free of charge. Remedy parts are expected in the 3rd Quarter of 2023. Ford's number for this recall is 22S71. This recall expands previous recall number 22V-142.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 22V842000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “The windshield wiper arms may break, causing the windshield wipers to fail.”
Applicability in the source: 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.
Remedy and status excerpt: 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. Ford's number for this recall is 22S26.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 22V250000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “The rear axle hub bolt may fatigue and break, which can result in damage to the axle hub splines.”
Applicability in the source: 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.
Remedy and status excerpt: Dealers will replace the left and right rear axle shaft assemblies, free of charge. Ford's number for this recall is 23S65.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 23V896000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “The windshield wiper arms may break, causing the windshield wipers to fail.”
Applicability in the source: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 F-150 vehicles.
Remedy and status excerpt: Dealers will inspect and replace the wiper arms, as necessary, free of charge. Ford's number for this recall is 23S10. This recall expands previous recall number 22V-250.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 23V163000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “Contact with the rear axle housing may damage the wiring harness, causing the electric parking brake to activate unexpectedly.”
Applicability in the source: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 F-150 vehicles equipped with a single exhaust system.
Remedy and status excerpt: Dealers will install a protective tie strap, tape wrap, and replace the harness as necessary, free of charge. Ford's number for this recall is 23S35.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 23V509000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “An over-the-air software update to the body control module (BCM) may have disabled both reverse lights.”
Applicability in the source: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 F-150 vehicles equipped with the Onboard Scales feature.
Remedy and status excerpt: Dealers will update the body control module software, free of charge. Ford's number for this recall is 24S38.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 24V443000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk, injury risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “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."”
Applicability in the source: 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.
Remedy and status excerpt: Ford will mail owners the warning labels, free of charge. Owners may call Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24C39.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 24V852000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “The engine intake valves may break while driving, which can result in engine failure and a loss of drive power.”
Applicability in the source: 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.
Remedy and status excerpt: Dealers will perform an engine cycle test and replace the engine as necessary, free of charge. Ford's number for this recall is 24S55.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 24V635000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “Due to a software error, a towed trailer equipped with an electric or electric-over hydraulic brake system may not brake.”
Applicability in the source: 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.
Remedy and status excerpt: Dealers will update the integrated trailer brake control module software, free of charge. Ford's number for this recall is 25S18.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 25V132000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “The Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) for low transmission fluid pressure may falsely activate and cause the transmission to unexpectedly shift into neutral.”
Applicability in the source: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 F-150 vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 22V-188.
Remedy and status excerpt: Dealers will update the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) software, free of charge. Ford's number for this recall is 25S24.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 25V169000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “The low-pressure fuel pump may fail, which can result in an engine stall while driving.”
Applicability in the source: 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.
Remedy and status excerpt: 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. Ford's number for this recall is 25S75.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 25V455000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “The moonroof wind deflector clips may be inadequately attached to the moonroof frame, which can result in the wind deflector detaching from the vehicle.”
Applicability in the source: 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.
Remedy and status excerpt: Dealers will inspect and repair the moonroof wind deflector as necessary, free of charge. 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.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 25V729000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “A software error may cause the rearview camera image to delay, freeze, or not display when the vehicle is in reverse.”
Applicability in the source: 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.
Remedy and status excerpt: 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. Ford's number for this recall is 25S49.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 25V315000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “An over-the-air software update to the body control module (BCM) may have disabled both reverse lights.”
Applicability in the source: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 F-150 vehicles equipped with the Onboard Scales feature that were repaired incorrectly under recall 24V443.
Remedy and status excerpt: Dealers will update the body control module software, free of charge. Ford's number for this recall is 25S57.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 25V348000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “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 …”
Applicability in the source: 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.
Remedy and status excerpt: The integrated trailer module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. 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.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 26V104000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “The transmission park pawl may engage while the vehicle is in motion, resulting in park system damage.”
Applicability in the source: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Navigator, Expedition, 2020-2021 Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, and 2021 F-150 vehicles.
Remedy and status excerpt: 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. 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.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 26V402000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “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 …”
Applicability in the source: 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.
Remedy and status excerpt: 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. 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.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 26V489000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Consumer allegations · 314 distinct reports
The text includes references to shifting or acceleration (129), warnings or diagnostic codes (76), inspection or repair procedures (28). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve gear selection, speed, load, vibration, and the repair procedure performed.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA complaint source dataset · NHTSA complaint source dataset
Consumer allegations · 212 distinct reports
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (42), shifting or acceleration (16), inspection or repair procedures (16). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve weather, visibility, displayed warnings, software versions, and sensor calibration.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA complaint source dataset · NHTSA complaint source dataset
Consumer allegations · 125 distinct reports
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (34), charging or battery concerns (18), software or module updates (14). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve warning messages, battery tests, software versions, module replacements, and recurrence.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA complaint source dataset · NHTSA complaint source dataset
Consumer allegations · 119 distinct reports
The text includes references to shifting or acceleration (20), warnings or diagnostic codes (16), inspection or repair procedures (16). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the exact customer concern, affected equipment, configuration, and final repair findings.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA complaint source dataset · NHTSA complaint source dataset
Consumer allegations · 111 distinct reports
The text includes references to inspection or repair procedures (9), warnings or diagnostic codes (7), charging or battery concerns (4). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the lamp or signal involved, conditions of use, warning indicators, and repair results.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA complaint source dataset · NHTSA complaint source dataset
Consumer allegations · 97 distinct reports
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (28), shifting or acceleration (23), starting or stalling (11). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve engine warnings, temperature, operating conditions, fluid levels, and repair findings.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA complaint source dataset · NHTSA complaint source dataset
Consumer allegations · 87 distinct reports
The text includes references to starting or stalling (23), warnings or diagnostic codes (23), shifting or acceleration (20). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve fuel or charging conditions, power loss, warning messages, and confirmed diagnosis.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA complaint source dataset · NHTSA complaint source dataset
Consumer allegations · 82 distinct reports
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (29), inspection or repair procedures (6), software or module updates (4). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve pedal response, warning lights, road conditions, and the technician’s findings.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA complaint source dataset · NHTSA complaint source dataset
Consumer allegations · 41 distinct reports
The text includes references to inspection or repair procedures (9), warnings or diagnostic codes (8), noise or vibration (3). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the affected panel or closure, water entry, noise, photographs, and repair attempts.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA complaint source dataset · NHTSA complaint source dataset
Consumer allegations · 40 distinct reports
The text includes references to noise or vibration (7), inspection or repair procedures (6), warnings or diagnostic codes (4). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve speed, road conditions, tire condition, alignment measurements, and replaced parts.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA complaint source dataset · NHTSA complaint source dataset
Consumer allegations · 41 distinct reports
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (12), inspection or repair procedures (5), charging or battery concerns (3). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve steering effort, vehicle speed, direction of travel, and diagnostic findings.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA complaint source dataset · NHTSA complaint source dataset
Consumer allegations · 10 distinct reports
The text includes references to inspection or repair procedures (2), warnings or diagnostic codes (1), charging or battery concerns (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the seating position, restraint equipment, warning messages, and installed parts.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA complaint source dataset · NHTSA complaint source dataset
Service information · 192 distinct communications
The text includes references to software or module updates (93), warnings or diagnostic codes (61), charging or battery concerns (30). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check warning messages, battery tests, software versions, module replacements, and recurrence against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset · NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset
Service information · 158 distinct communications
The text includes references to software or module updates (49), warnings or diagnostic codes (40), charging or battery concerns (13). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the exact customer concern, affected equipment, configuration, and final repair findings against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset · NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset
Service information · 105 distinct communications
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (55), software or module updates (47), shifting or acceleration (32). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check gear selection, speed, load, vibration, and the repair procedure performed against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset · NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset
Service information · 58 distinct communications
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (18), noise or vibration (13), software or module updates (12). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check engine warnings, temperature, operating conditions, fluid levels, and repair findings against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset · NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset
Service information · 58 distinct communications
The text includes references to software or module updates (33), warnings or diagnostic codes (8), noise or vibration (3). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check weather, visibility, displayed warnings, software versions, and sensor calibration against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset · NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset
Service information · 24 distinct communications
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (12), software or module updates (11), noise or vibration (8). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check pedal response, warning lights, road conditions, and the technician’s findings against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset · NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset
Service information · 13 distinct communications
The text includes references to noise or vibration (3), warnings or diagnostic codes (2), software or module updates (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the affected panel or closure, water entry, noise, photographs, and repair attempts against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset · NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset
Service information · 8 distinct communications
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (2), noise or vibration (2), software or module updates (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the seating position, restraint equipment, warning messages, and installed parts against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset · NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset
Service information · 7 distinct communications
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (4), software or module updates (4), charging or battery concerns (3). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check steering effort, vehicle speed, direction of travel, and diagnostic findings against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset · NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset
Service information · 7 distinct communications
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (3), software or module updates (3), charging or battery concerns (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check fuel or charging conditions, power loss, warning messages, and confirmed diagnosis against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset · NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset
Service information · 4 distinct communications
The text includes references to noise or vibration (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check speed, road conditions, tire condition, alignment measurements, and replaced parts against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset · NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset
Service information · 2 distinct communications
The text includes references to software or module updates (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the lamp or signal involved, conditions of use, warning indicators, and repair results against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset · NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset
Agency record · Closed
The 2021 F-150 is listed in this investigation record. An investigation concerns an agency inquiry; its opening is not a final defect determination, and closure alone is not a finding that every vehicle is safe or repaired.
Agency summary excerpt: “On July 22, 2022, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) granted a Defect Petition (DP22001) and opened a Preliminary Evaluation (PE22007) to investigate allegations of loss of motive power in model year (MY) 2021 Ford Bronco vehicles equipped with 2.7L …”
In addition to recall 24V635, Ford has stated that it will launch customer satisfaction campaign 24N12, which will provide extended warranty coverage to the subject vehicles through the earlier of 10 years or 150,000 miles. In view of the recall action being taken by Ford, ODI is closing this Engineering Analysis. To review the reports cited in the Closing Resume ODI Report Identification Number document, go to NHTSA.gov.
NHTSA EA23002 — investigation history and official disposition
Model year 2022
The 2022 F-150 index includes 23 distinct safety campaigns, covering body and closures, transmission and driveline, steering, airbags, belts, and seating, brakes and stability control, suspension, wheels, and tires, lighting and signals, visibility, cameras, and driver assistance, engine and cooling, equipment and other reported systems, fuel and propulsion. Owner-report entries are most numerous in transmission and driveline (157) and equipment and other reported systems (136). 473 manufacturer communications are organized separately below so workshop instructions are not mistaken for confirmed owner failures. Start with any applicable safety instructions, then match the service documents and reported conditions to the actual repair orders.
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “Underbody heat and noise insulators may loosen and contact the aluminum driveshaft, which could damage the driveshaft and cause it to fracture.”
Applicability in the source: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 F-150 vehicles.
Remedy and status excerpt: Dealers will inspect and repair the driveshaft as necessary, and properly attach the underbody insulators, free of charge. Ford's number for this recall is 21S56.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 21V986000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk, injury risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “The power-adjustable telescoping steering column connector wiring may be too short. Wiring that is too short can become damaged or separate if the adjustable steering column is extended all the way.”
Applicability in the source: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 F-150 vehicles.
Remedy and status excerpt: Dealers will inspect the steering column wiring harness and repair the wiring, as necessary, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk, were mailed on May 9, 2022. Remedy parts are expected to be available by the end of July, 2022. Ford's number for this recall is 22S24.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 22V253000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses injury risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “The right-side instrument panel cover may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can cause the air bag to not deploy as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle …”
Applicability in the source: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 F-150 vehicles.
Remedy and status excerpt: Dealers will replace the right-side instrument panel cover, free of charge. Ford's number for this recall is 22C23.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 22V684000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “Due to a software error, a towed trailer equipped with an electric or electric-over hydraulic brake system may not brake.”
Applicability in the source: 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.
Remedy and status excerpt: Dealers will update the integrated trailer brake control module software, free of charge. Ford's number for this recall is 22S17.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 22V193000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “The lug nuts on the wheels may have been incorrectly tightened.”
Applicability in the source: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 F-150 Raptor Series vehicles equipped with 37-inch tires.
Remedy and status excerpt: Dealers will tighten or replace the wheel lug nuts, as necessary, free of charge. Ford's number for this recall is 22S59.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 22V675000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “Underbody heat and noise insulators may loosen and contact the aluminum driveshaft, which could damage the driveshaft and cause it to fracture.”
Applicability in the source: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 F-150 vehicles.
Remedy and status excerpt: Dealers will inspect and repair the driveshaft, as necessary, and properly attach the underbody insulators, free of charge. Ford's number for this recall is 22S53.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 22V623000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “The parking lights may flicker when the headlights are activated. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."”
Applicability in the source: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Bronco Sport and 2022 F-150 vehicles.
Remedy and status excerpt: Dealers will replace the LED Driver module, free of charge. Ford's number for this recall is 22C22.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 22V686000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “The front windshield wiper motor may become inoperative, causing the wipers to fail.”
Applicability in the source: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 F-150 vehicles.
Remedy and status excerpt: Dealers will replace the front windshield wiper motor, free of charge. Remedy parts are expected in the 3rd Quarter of 2023. Ford's number for this recall is 22S71. This recall expands previous recall number 22V-142.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 22V842000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “The rear axle hub bolt may fatigue and break, which can result in damage to the axle hub splines.”
Applicability in the source: 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.
Remedy and status excerpt: Dealers will replace the left and right rear axle shaft assemblies, free of charge. Ford's number for this recall is 23S65.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 23V896000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “The parking lights may flicker when the headlights are activated. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."”
Applicability in the source: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 F-150 vehicles.
Remedy and status excerpt: Dealers will update the LED driver module software, free of charge. Ford's number for this recall is 23C36. Vehicles with high series headlamps previously recalled under recall number 22V-686 that received an incomplete remedy, or have not yet been repaired, will need to have the new remedy completed.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 23V802000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk, injury risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “The transmission may contain a loose bolt which could prevent the transmission from engaging the park gear, although the gear shifter position may indicate that the vehicle has been shifted to "PARK."”
Applicability in the source: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2023 F-150, Mustang, Explorer, Bronco, and 2023 Lincoln Aviator vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions.
Remedy and status excerpt: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the transmissions, free of charge. Ford's number for this recall is 23S06.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 23V070000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “Contact with the rear axle housing may damage the wiring harness, causing the electric parking brake to activate unexpectedly.”
Applicability in the source: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 F-150 vehicles equipped with a single exhaust system.
Remedy and status excerpt: Dealers will install a protective tie strap, tape wrap, and replace the harness as necessary, free of charge. Ford's number for this recall is 23S35.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 23V509000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “The engine intake valves may break while driving, which can result in engine failure and a loss of drive power.”
Applicability in the source: 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.
Remedy and status excerpt: Dealers will perform an engine cycle test and replace the engine as necessary, free of charge. Ford's number for this recall is 24S55.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 24V635000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk, injury risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “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."”
Applicability in the source: 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.
Remedy and status excerpt: Ford will mail owners the warning labels, free of charge. Owners may call Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24C39.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 24V852000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “The parking lights may flicker when the headlights are activated. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."”
Applicability in the source: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 F-150 vehicles.
Remedy and status excerpt: Dealers will replace the LED Driver module, free of charge. Ford's number for this recall is 24C30. These vehicles were previously recalled for this same issue under 22V-686 and will need to have the new remedy performed.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 24V682000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “The parking lights may flicker when the headlights are activated. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."”
Applicability in the source: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 F-150 vehicles that were repaired incorrectly under recall 22V686.
Remedy and status excerpt: Dealers will replace the light emitting diode control module and update the software, free of charge. Ford's number for this recall is 25C37.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 25V517000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “The parking lights may flicker when the headlights are activated. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."”
Applicability in the source: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 F-150 vehicles that were repaired incorrectly under recalls 22V686 and 23V802.
Remedy and status excerpt: Dealers will replace the light emitting diode control module and update the software, free of charge. Ford's number for this recall is 25C38.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 25V515000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “Due to a software error, a towed trailer equipped with an electric or electric-over hydraulic brake system may not brake.”
Applicability in the source: 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.
Remedy and status excerpt: Dealers will update the integrated trailer brake control module software, free of charge. Ford's number for this recall is 25S18.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 25V132000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “The low-pressure fuel pump may fail, which can result in an engine stall while driving.”
Applicability in the source: 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.
Remedy and status excerpt: 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. Ford's number for this recall is 25S75.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 25V455000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “The moonroof wind deflector clips may be inadequately attached to the moonroof frame, which can result in the wind deflector detaching from the vehicle.”
Applicability in the source: 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.
Remedy and status excerpt: Dealers will inspect and repair the moonroof wind deflector as necessary, free of charge. 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.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 25V729000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “A software error may cause the rearview camera image to delay, freeze, or not display when the vehicle is in reverse.”
Applicability in the source: 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.
Remedy and status excerpt: 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. Ford's number for this recall is 25S49.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 25V315000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “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 …”
Applicability in the source: 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.
Remedy and status excerpt: The integrated trailer module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. 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.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 26V104000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “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 …”
Applicability in the source: 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.
Remedy and status excerpt: 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. 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.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 26V489000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Consumer allegations · 157 distinct reports
The text includes references to shifting or acceleration (56), warnings or diagnostic codes (40), noise or vibration (12). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve gear selection, speed, load, vibration, and the repair procedure performed.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA complaint source dataset · NHTSA complaint source dataset
Consumer allegations · 136 distinct reports
The text includes references to noise or vibration (44), warnings or diagnostic codes (20), shifting or acceleration (16). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the exact customer concern, affected equipment, configuration, and final repair findings.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA complaint source dataset · NHTSA complaint source dataset
Consumer allegations · 126 distinct reports
The text includes references to noise or vibration (35), warnings or diagnostic codes (27), charging or battery concerns (18). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve warning messages, battery tests, software versions, module replacements, and recurrence.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA complaint source dataset · NHTSA complaint source dataset
Consumer allegations · 78 distinct reports
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (14), inspection or repair procedures (9), leaks or water entry (4). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve weather, visibility, displayed warnings, software versions, and sensor calibration.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA complaint source dataset · NHTSA complaint source dataset
Consumer allegations · 89 distinct reports
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (31), starting or stalling (19), shifting or acceleration (19). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve fuel or charging conditions, power loss, warning messages, and confirmed diagnosis.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA complaint source dataset · NHTSA complaint source dataset
Consumer allegations · 65 distinct reports
The text includes references to inspection or repair procedures (7), warnings or diagnostic codes (6), shifting or acceleration (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the lamp or signal involved, conditions of use, warning indicators, and repair results.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA complaint source dataset · NHTSA complaint source dataset
Consumer allegations · 42 distinct reports
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (22), shifting or acceleration (8), inspection or repair procedures (3). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve pedal response, warning lights, road conditions, and the technician’s findings.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA complaint source dataset · NHTSA complaint source dataset
Consumer allegations · 41 distinct reports
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (18), shifting or acceleration (14), starting or stalling (8). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve engine warnings, temperature, operating conditions, fluid levels, and repair findings.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA complaint source dataset · NHTSA complaint source dataset
Consumer allegations · 22 distinct reports
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (4), leaks or water entry (3), shifting or acceleration (3). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve speed, road conditions, tire condition, alignment measurements, and replaced parts.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA complaint source dataset · NHTSA complaint source dataset
Consumer allegations · 19 distinct reports
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (6), inspection or repair procedures (3), noise or vibration (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the affected panel or closure, water entry, noise, photographs, and repair attempts.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA complaint source dataset · NHTSA complaint source dataset
Consumer allegations · 9 distinct reports
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (2), leaks or water entry (1), shifting or acceleration (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the seating position, restraint equipment, warning messages, and installed parts.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA complaint source dataset · NHTSA complaint source dataset
Consumer allegations · 9 distinct reports
The text includes references to leaks or water entry (2), shifting or acceleration (2), inspection or repair procedures (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve steering effort, vehicle speed, direction of travel, and diagnostic findings.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA complaint source dataset · NHTSA complaint source dataset
Service information · 141 distinct communications
The text includes references to software or module updates (35), warnings or diagnostic codes (32), charging or battery concerns (13). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the exact customer concern, affected equipment, configuration, and final repair findings against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset · NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset
Service information · 132 distinct communications
The text includes references to software or module updates (57), warnings or diagnostic codes (42), charging or battery concerns (24). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check warning messages, battery tests, software versions, module replacements, and recurrence against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset · NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset
Service information · 81 distinct communications
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (44), software or module updates (39), shifting or acceleration (25). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check gear selection, speed, load, vibration, and the repair procedure performed against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset · NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset
Service information · 44 distinct communications
The text includes references to noise or vibration (11), leaks or water entry (10), inspection or repair procedures (9). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check engine warnings, temperature, operating conditions, fluid levels, and repair findings against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset · NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset
Service information · 31 distinct communications
The text includes references to software or module updates (17), warnings or diagnostic codes (5), inspection or repair procedures (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check weather, visibility, displayed warnings, software versions, and sensor calibration against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset · NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset
Service information · 15 distinct communications
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (8), software or module updates (6), noise or vibration (5). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check pedal response, warning lights, road conditions, and the technician’s findings against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset · NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset
Service information · 13 distinct communications
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (2), noise or vibration (1), software or module updates (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the affected panel or closure, water entry, noise, photographs, and repair attempts against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset · NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset
Service information · 5 distinct communications
The text includes references to software or module updates (3), warnings or diagnostic codes (2), noise or vibration (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check fuel or charging conditions, power loss, warning messages, and confirmed diagnosis against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset · NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset
Service information · 4 distinct communications
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the seating position, restraint equipment, warning messages, and installed parts against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset · NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset
Service information · 3 distinct communications
The text includes references to noise or vibration (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check speed, road conditions, tire condition, alignment measurements, and replaced parts against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset · NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset
Service information · 3 distinct communications
The text includes references to software or module updates (3), warnings or diagnostic codes (2), charging or battery concerns (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check steering effort, vehicle speed, direction of travel, and diagnostic findings against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset · NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset
Service information · 1 distinct communications
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the lamp or signal involved, conditions of use, warning indicators, and repair results against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Agency record · Closed
The 2022 F-150 is listed in this investigation record. An investigation concerns an agency inquiry; its opening is not a final defect determination, and closure alone is not a finding that every vehicle is safe or repaired.
Agency summary excerpt: “On July 22, 2022, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) granted a Defect Petition (DP22001) and opened a Preliminary Evaluation (PE22007) to investigate allegations of loss of motive power in model year (MY) 2021 Ford Bronco vehicles equipped with 2.7L …”
In addition to recall 24V635, Ford has stated that it will launch customer satisfaction campaign 24N12, which will provide extended warranty coverage to the subject vehicles through the earlier of 10 years or 150,000 miles. In view of the recall action being taken by Ford, ODI is closing this Engineering Analysis. To review the reports cited in the Closing Resume ODI Report Identification Number document, go to NHTSA.gov.
NHTSA EA23002 — investigation history and official disposition
Agency record · Closed
The 2022 F-150 is listed in this investigation record. An investigation concerns an agency inquiry; its opening is not a final defect determination, and closure alone is not a finding that every vehicle is safe or repaired.
Agency summary excerpt: “On July 29, 2024, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened PE24019 to investigate complaints of low-pressure fuel pump failures in MY 2021 Ford Bronco vehicles. Some consumers reported that the failure occurred without warning while driving, resulting in a …”
The recall remedy is currently under development. In view of Ford’s recall action, ODI is closing this Preliminary Evaluation, but will continue to monitor the issue as a remedy is developed and implemented. To review the reports cited in the Closing Resume ODI Report Identification Number document, go to NHTSA.gov.
NHTSA PE24019 — investigation history and official disposition
Model year 2023
The 2023 F-150 index includes 13 distinct safety campaigns, covering airbags, belts, and seating, steering, transmission and driveline, brakes and stability control, equipment and other reported systems, visibility, cameras, and driver assistance, lighting and signals, fuel and propulsion. Owner-report entries are most numerous in transmission and driveline (155) and equipment and other reported systems (86). 377 manufacturer communications are organized separately below so workshop instructions are not mistaken for confirmed owner failures. Start with any applicable safety instructions, then match the service documents and reported conditions to the actual repair orders.
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk, injury risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “The steering wheel clock spring may have an insufficient weld, causing a loss of electrical connection to the driver's frontal air bag.”
Applicability in the source: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 F-150 and Ford SD F250, F350, F450, F550, and F600 vehicles.
Remedy and status excerpt: Dealers will inspect and replace the clock spring as necessary, free of charge.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 23V847000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk, injury risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “The instrument panel top cover on the passenger-side may prevent the air bag from deploying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, …”
Applicability in the source: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 F-150 vehicles.
Remedy and status excerpt: Dealers will replace the passenger instrument panel top cover, free of charge. Ford's number for this recall is 23C01.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 23V072000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “The rear axle hub bolt may fatigue and break, which can result in damage to the axle hub splines.”
Applicability in the source: 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.
Remedy and status excerpt: Dealers will replace the left and right rear axle shaft assemblies, free of charge. Ford's number for this recall is 23S65.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 23V896000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “The front axle pinion may not have been heat-treated, which can cause it to fracture.”
Applicability in the source: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 F-150, Expedition, and Lincoln Navigator vehicles.
Remedy and status excerpt: Dealers will replace the front axle pinion gear set. If there is a broken front axle pinion, the entire axle assembly will be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Ford's number for this recall is 23S07.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 23V128000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk, injury risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “The transmission may contain a loose bolt which could prevent the transmission from engaging the park gear, although the gear shifter position may indicate that the vehicle has been shifted to "PARK."”
Applicability in the source: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2023 F-150, Mustang, Explorer, Bronco, and 2023 Lincoln Aviator vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions.
Remedy and status excerpt: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the transmissions, free of charge. Ford's number for this recall is 23S06.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 23V070000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “Contact with the rear axle housing may damage the wiring harness, causing the electric parking brake to activate unexpectedly.”
Applicability in the source: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 F-150 vehicles equipped with a single exhaust system.
Remedy and status excerpt: Dealers will install a protective tie strap, tape wrap, and replace the harness as necessary, free of charge. Ford's number for this recall is 23S35.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 23V509000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk, injury risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “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."”
Applicability in the source: 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.
Remedy and status excerpt: Ford will mail owners the warning labels, free of charge. Owners may call Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24C39.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 24V852000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “The rear axle hub bolt may fatigue and break, which can result in damage to the axle hub splines.”
Applicability in the source: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023-2025 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.
Remedy and status excerpt: Dealers will replace the left and right rear axle shaft assemblies, free of charge. This is a phased recall. Ford owners will receive letters in multiple phases, beginning August 2025 through Winter 2025. Phase 1 will include 2023 F-150 model year vehicles. Phase 2 will include 2025 F-150 model year vehicles and Phase 3 will include 2024 F-150 model year vehicles. Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed August 22, 2025. Ford's number for this recall is 25S82. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 23V896.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 25V512000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “The moonroof wind deflector clips may be inadequately attached to the moonroof frame, which can result in the wind deflector detaching from the vehicle.”
Applicability in the source: 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.
Remedy and status excerpt: Dealers will inspect and repair the moonroof wind deflector as necessary, free of charge. 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.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 25V729000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “A software error may cause the rearview camera image to delay, freeze, or not display when the vehicle is in reverse.”
Applicability in the source: 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.
Remedy and status excerpt: 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. Ford's number for this recall is 25S49.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 25V315000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “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 …”
Applicability in the source: 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.
Remedy and status excerpt: The integrated trailer module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. 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.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 26V104000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “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 …”
Applicability in the source: 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.
Remedy and status excerpt: 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. 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.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 26V489000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk, fire risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “The fuel tank may be improperly secured and leak fuel, or detach from the vehicle while driving.”
Applicability in the source: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023-2027 F-150 vehicles.
Remedy and status excerpt: Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel tank straps, as necessary, free of charge. Ford's number for this recall is 26S69. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 14, 2026.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 26V578000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Consumer allegations · 155 distinct reports
The text includes references to shifting or acceleration (47), warnings or diagnostic codes (28), noise or vibration (25). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve gear selection, speed, load, vibration, and the repair procedure performed.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA complaint source dataset · NHTSA complaint source dataset
Consumer allegations · 86 distinct reports
The text includes references to shifting or acceleration (14), warnings or diagnostic codes (13), noise or vibration (11). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the exact customer concern, affected equipment, configuration, and final repair findings.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA complaint source dataset · NHTSA complaint source dataset
Consumer allegations · 80 distinct reports
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (22), charging or battery concerns (13), shifting or acceleration (10). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve warning messages, battery tests, software versions, module replacements, and recurrence.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA complaint source dataset · NHTSA complaint source dataset
Consumer allegations · 61 distinct reports
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (13), software or module updates (6), shifting or acceleration (5). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve weather, visibility, displayed warnings, software versions, and sensor calibration.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA complaint source dataset · NHTSA complaint source dataset
Consumer allegations · 54 distinct reports
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (21), shifting or acceleration (11), inspection or repair procedures (6). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve pedal response, warning lights, road conditions, and the technician’s findings.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA complaint source dataset · NHTSA complaint source dataset
Consumer allegations · 30 distinct reports
The text includes references to noise or vibration (10), warnings or diagnostic codes (4), inspection or repair procedures (3). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve speed, road conditions, tire condition, alignment measurements, and replaced parts.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA complaint source dataset · NHTSA complaint source dataset
Consumer allegations · 28 distinct reports
The text includes references to shifting or acceleration (10), warnings or diagnostic codes (7), starting or stalling (4). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve engine warnings, temperature, operating conditions, fluid levels, and repair findings.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA complaint source dataset · NHTSA complaint source dataset
Consumer allegations · 21 distinct reports
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (6), charging or battery concerns (3), leaks or water entry (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the lamp or signal involved, conditions of use, warning indicators, and repair results.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA complaint source dataset · NHTSA complaint source dataset
Consumer allegations · 22 distinct reports
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (6), leaks or water entry (6), inspection or repair procedures (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the affected panel or closure, water entry, noise, photographs, and repair attempts.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA complaint source dataset · NHTSA complaint source dataset
Consumer allegations · 16 distinct reports
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (4), noise or vibration (4), charging or battery concerns (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve steering effort, vehicle speed, direction of travel, and diagnostic findings.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA complaint source dataset · NHTSA complaint source dataset
Consumer allegations · 11 distinct reports
The text includes references to shifting or acceleration (5), noise or vibration (2), charging or battery concerns (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve fuel or charging conditions, power loss, warning messages, and confirmed diagnosis.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA complaint source dataset · NHTSA complaint source dataset
Consumer allegations · 7 distinct reports
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (1), noise or vibration (1), leaks or water entry (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the seating position, restraint equipment, warning messages, and installed parts.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA complaint source dataset · NHTSA complaint source dataset
Service information · 132 distinct communications
The text includes references to software or module updates (32), warnings or diagnostic codes (30), charging or battery concerns (12). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the exact customer concern, affected equipment, configuration, and final repair findings against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset · NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset
Service information · 88 distinct communications
The text includes references to software or module updates (41), warnings or diagnostic codes (32), charging or battery concerns (15). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check warning messages, battery tests, software versions, module replacements, and recurrence against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset · NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset
Service information · 63 distinct communications
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (31), software or module updates (30), shifting or acceleration (13). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check gear selection, speed, load, vibration, and the repair procedure performed against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset · NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset
Service information · 42 distinct communications
The text includes references to leaks or water entry (12), noise or vibration (11), inspection or repair procedures (7). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check engine warnings, temperature, operating conditions, fluid levels, and repair findings against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset · NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset
Service information · 31 distinct communications
The text includes references to software or module updates (15), warnings or diagnostic codes (6), charging or battery concerns (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check weather, visibility, displayed warnings, software versions, and sensor calibration against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset · NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset
Service information · 4 distinct communications
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (1), noise or vibration (1), software or module updates (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check pedal response, warning lights, road conditions, and the technician’s findings against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset · NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset
Service information · 4 distinct communications
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (1), noise or vibration (1), inspection or repair procedures (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the affected panel or closure, water entry, noise, photographs, and repair attempts against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset · NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset
Service information · 4 distinct communications
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (3), software or module updates (2), starting or stalling (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check fuel or charging conditions, power loss, warning messages, and confirmed diagnosis against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset · NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset
Service information · 4 distinct communications
The text includes references to software or module updates (3), warnings or diagnostic codes (2), charging or battery concerns (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check steering effort, vehicle speed, direction of travel, and diagnostic findings against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset · NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset
Service information · 2 distinct communications
The text includes references to noise or vibration (2), shifting or acceleration (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check speed, road conditions, tire condition, alignment measurements, and replaced parts against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset · NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset
Service information · 2 distinct communications
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the seating position, restraint equipment, warning messages, and installed parts against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Service information · 1 distinct communications
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the lamp or signal involved, conditions of use, warning indicators, and repair results against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Model year 2024
The 2024 F-150 index includes 11 distinct safety campaigns, covering equipment and other reported systems, engine and cooling, steering, visibility, cameras, and driver assistance, transmission and driveline, lighting and signals, brakes and stability control, fuel and propulsion. Owner-report entries are most numerous in transmission and driveline (55) and lighting and signals (50). 289 manufacturer communications are organized separately below so workshop instructions are not mistaken for confirmed owner failures. Start with any applicable safety instructions, then match the service documents and reported conditions to the actual repair orders.
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk, injury risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “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."”
Applicability in the source: 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.
Remedy and status excerpt: Ford will mail owners the warning labels, free of charge. Owners may call Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24C39.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 24V852000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk, fire risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “The engines may have a misaligned engine cup plug, which can result in a rapid oil leak.”
Applicability in the source: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 F-150, 2024 Expedition and 2024 Lincoln Navigator vehicles equipped with a 3.5L GTDI engine.
Remedy and status excerpt: Dealers will inspect the engine cup plug alignment, and replace the plug if necessary, free of charge. Ford's number for this recall is 24S70.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 24V851000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “The steering column lower shaft may have been secured to the steering gear assembly with an incorrect fastener, which can result in the separation of steering components and cause a loss of steering control.”
Applicability in the source: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 F-150 vehicles.
Remedy and status excerpt: Dealers will replace the lower steering shaft fastener, free of charge. Ford's number for this recall is 24S32.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 24V329000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk, injury risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “The windshield may not have been properly bonded to the vehicle, allowing it to detach during a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number …”
Applicability in the source: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 F-150 vehicles.
Remedy and status excerpt: Dealers will remove and reinstall the windshield, free of charge. Ford's number for this recall is 24C20.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 24V486000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “The rear axle hub bolt may fatigue and break, which can result in damage to the axle hub splines.”
Applicability in the source: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023-2025 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.
Remedy and status excerpt: Dealers will replace the left and right rear axle shaft assemblies, free of charge. This is a phased recall. Ford owners will receive letters in multiple phases, beginning August 2025 through Winter 2025. Phase 1 will include 2023 F-150 model year vehicles. Phase 2 will include 2025 F-150 model year vehicles and Phase 3 will include 2024 F-150 model year vehicles. Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed August 22, 2025. Ford's number for this recall is 25S82. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 23V896.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 25V512000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “A software error may cause the rearview camera image to delay, freeze, or not display when the vehicle is in reverse.”
Applicability in the source: 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.
Remedy and status excerpt: 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. Ford's number for this recall is 25S49.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 25V315000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “The transmission valve body may have been machined incorrectly, which can cause reverse gear failure, or unexpected forward movement in reverse or neutral gear.”
Applicability in the source: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 F-150, Bronco, 2024 Ranger, 2025 Mustang, Explorer, and Aviator vehicles.
Remedy and status excerpt: Dealers will replace the transmission main control valve body, free of charge. Ford's number for this recall is 25S19.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 25V164000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk, fire risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “The engine may have a misaligned engine cup plug, which can result in a rapid oil leak.”
Applicability in the source: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 F-150, Expedition, and 2024 Lincoln Navigator vehicles equipped with 3.5L GTDI engines.
Remedy and status excerpt: Dealers will inspect the engine cup plug alignment, and replace the plug if necessary, free of charge. Ford's number for this recall is 25S30.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 25V198000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “The steering gear assembly may have been assembled with an incorrect rack, which can cause the gears to fracture.”
Applicability in the source: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 F-150 vehicles.
Remedy and status excerpt: Dealers will replace the steering gear assembly, free of charge. Ford's number for this recall is 25S04.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 25V022000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “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 …”
Applicability in the source: 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.
Remedy and status excerpt: The integrated trailer module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. 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.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 26V104000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk, fire risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “The fuel tank may be improperly secured and leak fuel, or detach from the vehicle while driving.”
Applicability in the source: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023-2027 F-150 vehicles.
Remedy and status excerpt: Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel tank straps, as necessary, free of charge. Ford's number for this recall is 26S69. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 14, 2026.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 26V578000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Consumer allegations · 55 distinct reports
The text includes references to shifting or acceleration (21), warnings or diagnostic codes (8), noise or vibration (6). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve gear selection, speed, load, vibration, and the repair procedure performed.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA complaint source dataset · NHTSA complaint source dataset
Consumer allegations · 50 distinct reports
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (2), software or module updates (2), shifting or acceleration (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the lamp or signal involved, conditions of use, warning indicators, and repair results.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Consumer allegations · 39 distinct reports
The text includes references to shifting or acceleration (8), warnings or diagnostic codes (6), software or module updates (5). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve warning messages, battery tests, software versions, module replacements, and recurrence.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA complaint source dataset · NHTSA complaint source dataset
Consumer allegations · 21 distinct reports
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (7), shifting or acceleration (7), charging or battery concerns (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve weather, visibility, displayed warnings, software versions, and sensor calibration.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA complaint source dataset · NHTSA complaint source dataset
Consumer allegations · 26 distinct reports
The text includes references to shifting or acceleration (8), warnings or diagnostic codes (6), inspection or repair procedures (5). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the exact customer concern, affected equipment, configuration, and final repair findings.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA complaint source dataset · NHTSA complaint source dataset
Consumer allegations · 15 distinct reports
The text includes references to shifting or acceleration (7), warnings or diagnostic codes (6), noise or vibration (4). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve engine warnings, temperature, operating conditions, fluid levels, and repair findings.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA complaint source dataset · NHTSA complaint source dataset
Consumer allegations · 14 distinct reports
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (5), shifting or acceleration (5), software or module updates (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve pedal response, warning lights, road conditions, and the technician’s findings.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA complaint source dataset · NHTSA complaint source dataset
Consumer allegations · 8 distinct reports
The text includes references to software or module updates (1), inspection or repair procedures (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the seating position, restraint equipment, warning messages, and installed parts.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA complaint source dataset · NHTSA complaint source dataset
Consumer allegations · 6 distinct reports
The text includes references to shifting or acceleration (3), starting or stalling (1), warnings or diagnostic codes (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve fuel or charging conditions, power loss, warning messages, and confirmed diagnosis.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Consumer allegations · 4 distinct reports
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (3), noise or vibration (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve speed, road conditions, tire condition, alignment measurements, and replaced parts.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA complaint source dataset · NHTSA complaint source dataset
Consumer allegations · 4 distinct reports
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (2), noise or vibration (1), charging or battery concerns (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the affected panel or closure, water entry, noise, photographs, and repair attempts.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Consumer allegations · 4 distinct reports
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (3), starting or stalling (1), charging or battery concerns (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve steering effort, vehicle speed, direction of travel, and diagnostic findings.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA complaint source dataset · NHTSA complaint source dataset
Service information · 136 distinct communications
The text includes references to software or module updates (37), warnings or diagnostic codes (34), charging or battery concerns (15). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the exact customer concern, affected equipment, configuration, and final repair findings against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset · NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset
Service information · 46 distinct communications
The text includes references to software or module updates (24), warnings or diagnostic codes (7), charging or battery concerns (5). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check warning messages, battery tests, software versions, module replacements, and recurrence against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset · NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset
Service information · 44 distinct communications
The text includes references to software or module updates (16), warnings or diagnostic codes (14), noise or vibration (8). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check gear selection, speed, load, vibration, and the repair procedure performed against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset · NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset
Service information · 22 distinct communications
The text includes references to leaks or water entry (8), noise or vibration (7), warnings or diagnostic codes (4). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check engine warnings, temperature, operating conditions, fluid levels, and repair findings against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset · NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset
Service information · 18 distinct communications
The text includes references to software or module updates (8), warnings or diagnostic codes (5). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check weather, visibility, displayed warnings, software versions, and sensor calibration against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset · NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset
Service information · 8 distinct communications
The text includes references to software or module updates (4), charging or battery concerns (3), noise or vibration (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check fuel or charging conditions, power loss, warning messages, and confirmed diagnosis against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Service information · 4 distinct communications
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (1), noise or vibration (1), software or module updates (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the affected panel or closure, water entry, noise, photographs, and repair attempts against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset · NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset
Service information · 4 distinct communications
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (3), software or module updates (1), charging or battery concerns (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check pedal response, warning lights, road conditions, and the technician’s findings against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset · NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset
Service information · 3 distinct communications
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (1), software or module updates (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the seating position, restraint equipment, warning messages, and installed parts against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset · NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset
Service information · 2 distinct communications
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the lamp or signal involved, conditions of use, warning indicators, and repair results against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Service information · 1 distinct communications
The text includes references to charging or battery concerns (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check steering effort, vehicle speed, direction of travel, and diagnostic findings against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Service information · 1 distinct communications
The text includes references to noise or vibration (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check speed, road conditions, tire condition, alignment measurements, and replaced parts against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Model year 2025
The 2025 F-150 index includes 13 distinct safety campaigns, covering engine and cooling, brakes and stability control, transmission and driveline, steering, electrical systems and software, equipment and other reported systems, lighting and signals, fuel and propulsion. Owner-report entries are most numerous in visibility, cameras, and driver assistance (33) and equipment and other reported systems (30). 156 manufacturer communications are organized separately below so workshop instructions are not mistaken for confirmed owner failures. Start with any applicable safety instructions, then match the service documents and reported conditions to the actual repair orders.
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk, fire risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “The engines may have a misaligned engine cup plug, which can result in a rapid oil leak.”
Applicability in the source: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 F-150, 2024 Expedition and 2024 Lincoln Navigator vehicles equipped with a 3.5L GTDI engine.
Remedy and status excerpt: Dealers will inspect the engine cup plug alignment, and replace the plug if necessary, free of charge. Ford's number for this recall is 24S70.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 24V851000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “The Electronic Brake Booster (EBB) module may malfunction while driving or when the driver is utilizing an Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) feature, resulting in a loss of power brake assist.”
Applicability in the source: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Lincoln Navigator, F-150, Expedition, Bronco, and Ranger vehicles.
Remedy and status excerpt: Dealers will replace the electronic brake booster, free of charge. Ford's number for this recall is 25SD4. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 3, 2025.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 25V823000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “The Electronic Brake Booster (EBB) module may malfunction while driving or when the driver is utilizing an Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) feature, resulting in a loss of power brake assist.”
Applicability in the source: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Lincoln Navigator, F-150, Expedition, Bronco, and Ranger vehicles.
Remedy and status excerpt: The EBB module software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Ford's number for this recall is 25S77.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 25V488000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “The rear axle hub bolt may fatigue and break, which can result in damage to the axle hub splines.”
Applicability in the source: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023-2025 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.
Remedy and status excerpt: Dealers will replace the left and right rear axle shaft assemblies, free of charge. This is a phased recall. Ford owners will receive letters in multiple phases, beginning August 2025 through Winter 2025. Phase 1 will include 2023 F-150 model year vehicles. Phase 2 will include 2025 F-150 model year vehicles and Phase 3 will include 2024 F-150 model year vehicles. Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed August 22, 2025. Ford's number for this recall is 25S82. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 23V896.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 25V512000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “The lower intermediate shaft fasteners may be improperly attached to the steering gear, allowing the shaft to come loose or detach.”
Applicability in the source: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 F-150 vehicles.
Remedy and status excerpt: Dealers will inspect and replace the lower intermediate shaft fasteners as necessary, free of charge. Ford's number for this recall is 25S46.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 25V309000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “The transmission valve body may have been machined incorrectly, which can cause reverse gear failure, or unexpected forward movement in reverse or neutral gear.”
Applicability in the source: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 F-150, Bronco, 2024 Ranger, 2025 Mustang, Explorer, and Aviator vehicles.
Remedy and status excerpt: Dealers will replace the transmission main control valve body, free of charge. Ford's number for this recall is 25S19.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 25V164000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “The connecting rod and rod bearing components may have manufacturing defects that can lead to engine damage and engine failure.”
Applicability in the source: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Transit, F-150, and Explorer vehicles.
Remedy and status excerpt: Dealers will inspect the connecting rods and replace the engine long block assembly as necessary, free of charge. Ford's number for this recall is 25S55.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 25V344000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk, fire risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “The engine may have a misaligned engine cup plug, which can result in a rapid oil leak.”
Applicability in the source: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 F-150, Expedition, and 2024 Lincoln Navigator vehicles equipped with 3.5L GTDI engines.
Remedy and status excerpt: Dealers will inspect the engine cup plug alignment, and replace the plug if necessary, free of charge. Ford's number for this recall is 25S30.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 25V198000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “Contact with the engine coolant hose may chafe the engine wire harness or cause a pull out of the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) connector pins, causing the engine to stall.”
Applicability in the source: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 F-150 trucks.
Remedy and status excerpt: Dealers will inspect, replace the engine wire harness as necessary, and relocate the engine coolant hose, free of charge. The parts are anticipated to be available the third quarter of 2025. Ford's number for this recall is 25S63.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 25V398000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “The Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) may fail at startup.”
Applicability in the source: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2026 F-550 SD, F-450 SD, F-350 SD, F-250 SD, and 2025 F-150 vehicles.
Remedy and status excerpt: The instrument panel cluster software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Ford's number for this recall is 25S88.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 25V540000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk, injury risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “The air bag warning label may be missing from the dashboard. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."”
Applicability in the source: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 F-150 vehicles.
Remedy and status excerpt: Ford will mail owners the warning labels, free of charge. Ford's number for this recall is 25C12.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 25V271000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “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 …”
Applicability in the source: 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.
Remedy and status excerpt: The integrated trailer module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. 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.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 26V104000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk, fire risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “The fuel tank may be improperly secured and leak fuel, or detach from the vehicle while driving.”
Applicability in the source: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023-2027 F-150 vehicles.
Remedy and status excerpt: Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel tank straps, as necessary, free of charge. Ford's number for this recall is 26S69. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 14, 2026.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 26V578000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Consumer allegations · 33 distinct reports
The text includes references to shifting or acceleration (7), warnings or diagnostic codes (6), inspection or repair procedures (4). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve weather, visibility, displayed warnings, software versions, and sensor calibration.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Consumer allegations · 30 distinct reports
The text includes references to shifting or acceleration (8), inspection or repair procedures (4), warnings or diagnostic codes (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the exact customer concern, affected equipment, configuration, and final repair findings.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Consumer allegations · 24 distinct reports
The text includes references to shifting or acceleration (7), starting or stalling (1), warnings or diagnostic codes (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve gear selection, speed, load, vibration, and the repair procedure performed.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Consumer allegations · 21 distinct reports
The text includes references to shifting or acceleration (6), warnings or diagnostic codes (3), software or module updates (3). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve warning messages, battery tests, software versions, module replacements, and recurrence.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Consumer allegations · 18 distinct reports
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (7), shifting or acceleration (5), inspection or repair procedures (3). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve pedal response, warning lights, road conditions, and the technician’s findings.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Consumer allegations · 6 distinct reports
The text includes references to software or module updates (1), inspection or repair procedures (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the lamp or signal involved, conditions of use, warning indicators, and repair results.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Consumer allegations · 5 distinct reports
The text includes references to charging or battery concerns (2), shifting or acceleration (2), software or module updates (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve engine warnings, temperature, operating conditions, fluid levels, and repair findings.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Consumer allegations · 4 distinct reports
The text includes references to shifting or acceleration (2), software or module updates (1), charging or battery concerns (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve fuel or charging conditions, power loss, warning messages, and confirmed diagnosis.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Consumer allegations · 3 distinct reports
The text includes references to shifting or acceleration (1), inspection or repair procedures (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve speed, road conditions, tire condition, alignment measurements, and replaced parts.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Consumer allegations · 3 distinct reports
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (1), shifting or acceleration (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve steering effort, vehicle speed, direction of travel, and diagnostic findings.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Consumer allegations · 3 distinct reports
The text includes references to leaks or water entry (1), inspection or repair procedures (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the affected panel or closure, water entry, noise, photographs, and repair attempts.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Consumer allegations · 1 distinct reports
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the seating position, restraint equipment, warning messages, and installed parts.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Service information · 49 distinct communications
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (11), noise or vibration (7), software or module updates (5). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the exact customer concern, affected equipment, configuration, and final repair findings against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset · NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset
Service information · 31 distinct communications
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (11), software or module updates (10), noise or vibration (7). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check gear selection, speed, load, vibration, and the repair procedure performed against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Service information · 27 distinct communications
The text includes references to software or module updates (15), warnings or diagnostic codes (8), charging or battery concerns (6). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check warning messages, battery tests, software versions, module replacements, and recurrence against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Service information · 13 distinct communications
The text includes references to leaks or water entry (4), warnings or diagnostic codes (2), noise or vibration (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check engine warnings, temperature, operating conditions, fluid levels, and repair findings against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Service information · 13 distinct communications
The text includes references to software or module updates (7), warnings or diagnostic codes (2), noise or vibration (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check weather, visibility, displayed warnings, software versions, and sensor calibration against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Service information · 8 distinct communications
The text includes references to software or module updates (3), charging or battery concerns (3), leaks or water entry (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check fuel or charging conditions, power loss, warning messages, and confirmed diagnosis against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Service information · 5 distinct communications
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (2), software or module updates (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check pedal response, warning lights, road conditions, and the technician’s findings against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Service information · 4 distinct communications
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (1), noise or vibration (1), software or module updates (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the affected panel or closure, water entry, noise, photographs, and repair attempts against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Service information · 2 distinct communications
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the lamp or signal involved, conditions of use, warning indicators, and repair results against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Service information · 2 distinct communications
The text includes references to noise or vibration (1), inspection or repair procedures (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check speed, road conditions, tire condition, alignment measurements, and replaced parts against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Service information · 2 distinct communications
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the seating position, restraint equipment, warning messages, and installed parts against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Model year 2026
The 2026 F-150 index includes 5 distinct safety campaigns, covering lighting and signals, brakes and stability control, transmission and driveline, body and closures, suspension, wheels, and tires, fuel and propulsion. Owner-report entries are most numerous in visibility, cameras, and driver assistance (5) and brakes and stability control (3). 50 manufacturer communications are organized separately below so workshop instructions are not mistaken for confirmed owner failures. Start with any applicable safety instructions, then match the service documents and reported conditions to the actual repair orders.
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “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 …”
Applicability in the source: 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.
Remedy and status excerpt: The integrated trailer module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. 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.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 26V104000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk, injury risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “Incorrect rear axle tail bearings may have been installed, which can result in rear wheel lock-up or driveshaft separation.”
Applicability in the source: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 F-150 vehicles.
Remedy and status excerpt: Dealers will replace the rear axle tail bearing, free of charge. Ford's number for this recall is 26S63. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 14, 2026.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 26V576000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk, fire risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “Certain vehicle joints may be improperly tightened. This can lead to detached parts, unsecured cargo, degraded crash protection, electrical system failure, or a loss of vehicle stability.”
Applicability in the source: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Maverick, F-150, and Bronco Sport vehicles.
Remedy and status excerpt: Dealers will inspect and tighten the vehicle joints or repair and replace the joint retention mechanisms as necessary, free of charge. Ford's number for this recall is 26S60. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on August 26, 2026.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 26V550000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 F-150 vehicles.The stabilizer rod fasteners may not have been tightened properly during manufacturing, which can allow the rod to shift out of position.”
Applicability in the source: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 F-150 vehicles.The stabilizer rod fasteners may not have been tightened properly during manufacturing, which can allow the rod to shift out of position.
Remedy and status excerpt: Dealers will replace the stabilizer rod fasteners, free of charge. Ford's number for this recall is 26S66. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on September 10, 2026.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 26V577000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk, fire risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Ford Motor Company.
Reported condition: “The fuel tank may be improperly secured and leak fuel, or detach from the vehicle while driving.”
Applicability in the source: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023-2027 F-150 vehicles.
Remedy and status excerpt: Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel tank straps, as necessary, free of charge. Ford's number for this recall is 26S69. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 14, 2026.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 26V578000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Consumer allegations · 5 distinct reports
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (3), charging or battery concerns (1), shifting or acceleration (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve weather, visibility, displayed warnings, software versions, and sensor calibration.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Consumer allegations · 3 distinct reports
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (2), charging or battery concerns (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve pedal response, warning lights, road conditions, and the technician’s findings.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Consumer allegations · 2 distinct reports
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (1), charging or battery concerns (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve warning messages, battery tests, software versions, module replacements, and recurrence.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Consumer allegations · 2 distinct reports
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (1), shifting or acceleration (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the exact customer concern, affected equipment, configuration, and final repair findings.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Consumer allegations · 1 distinct reports
The text includes references to noise or vibration (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve engine warnings, temperature, operating conditions, fluid levels, and repair findings.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Consumer allegations · 1 distinct reports
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the affected panel or closure, water entry, noise, photographs, and repair attempts.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Service information · 12 distinct communications
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (3), shifting or acceleration (3), starting or stalling (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the exact customer concern, affected equipment, configuration, and final repair findings against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Service information · 10 distinct communications
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (3), software or module updates (2), leaks or water entry (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check gear selection, speed, load, vibration, and the repair procedure performed against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Service information · 7 distinct communications
The text includes references to software or module updates (7), warnings or diagnostic codes (2), charging or battery concerns (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check warning messages, battery tests, software versions, module replacements, and recurrence against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Service information · 6 distinct communications
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (2), software or module updates (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check weather, visibility, displayed warnings, software versions, and sensor calibration against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Service information · 4 distinct communications
The text includes references to software or module updates (3). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the affected panel or closure, water entry, noise, photographs, and repair attempts against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Service information · 3 distinct communications
The text includes references to software or module updates (3), warnings or diagnostic codes (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check pedal response, warning lights, road conditions, and the technician’s findings against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Service information · 3 distinct communications
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the seating position, restraint equipment, warning messages, and installed parts against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Service information · 2 distinct communications
The text includes references to charging or battery concerns (2), warnings or diagnostic codes (1), software or module updates (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check fuel or charging conditions, power loss, warning messages, and confirmed diagnosis against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Service information · 1 distinct communications
The text includes references to noise or vibration (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check engine warnings, temperature, operating conditions, fluid levels, and repair findings against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Service information · 1 distinct communications
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the lamp or signal involved, conditions of use, warning indicators, and repair results against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Service information · 1 distinct communications
The text includes references to noise or vibration (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check speed, road conditions, tire condition, alignment measurements, and replaced parts against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Repair chronology
Place the final repair orders in date and mileage order. Compare the customer complaint, technician findings, correction, and post-repair result instead of relying only on a dealer summary or online discussion.
Do not combine multiple visits into one estimate. Open and close dates, mileage, parts delays, diagnostic time, and the date the vehicle was actually available can answer different questions.
California legal framework
California Civil Code section 1793.2 addresses warranty repair obligations and, in specified circumstances, replacement or restitution after a reasonable number of repair attempts. Section 1793.22 defines the Tanner presumption and “nonconformity.” Those provisions require a fact-specific analysis.
Identify the written coverage in effect when the concern was presented.
Show when and how the manufacturer or authorized facility received the vehicle.
Document the effect on use, value, or safety rather than relying on labels.
Compare restitution, replacement, negotiated resolutions, offsets, and supporting damages.
Warranty and escalation record
A manufacturer warranty, certified coverage, dealer promise, and separately purchased service contract may have different obligors and terms. Preserve each document instead of calling all coverage an “extended warranty.”
Save every Ford dealer message, repair authorization, parts-delay explanation, manufacturer case number, and written response. A phone call may matter, but a dated email, text, or letter usually makes the sequence easier to prove.
Primary and practical sources
Clear answers
It may, but the model name alone does not decide eligibility. A review should match the exact vehicle to an applicable written warranty and examine the repair opportunities, recurring nonconformity, mileage, downtime, and effect on use, value, or safety.
There is no universal count that decides every case. California’s Tanner presumption describes specific circumstances, but claims can require a broader analysis of whether the manufacturer had a reasonable opportunity to repair the warranty problem.
No. Recall, campaign, complaint, or bulletin information may provide context, but it does not prove the condition exists in this vehicle or establish a lemon law claim. Use VIN-specific information and the actual repair record.
Keep the purchase or lease agreement, warranty booklet, every final repair order, current registration and payoff information, photographs or videos, towing and rental records, and dealer or manufacturer messages and case numbers.
Possibly. The answer depends on the transaction, vehicle history, warranty that applied, timing of the repair visits, and other facts. A used or leased vehicle should be evaluated from its own documents.
Depending on the facts and current law, possible outcomes can include restitution or repurchase, replacement, a negotiated cash resolution, warranty relief, incidental damages, or other remedies. No particular outcome is guaranteed.
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