2021-2022 Ford F-150 Trailer Brake Recall
Ford has issued a recall for certain 2021-2022 F-150, Maverick, Expedition, and other vehicles due to a software error in the integrated trailer brake control module. This error can prevent a towed trailer from braking, leading to extended stopping distances and an increased risk of a crash.
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- Ford Expedition
- 2022
- Ford F-150
- 2022
- Ford Maverick
- 2022
Why This Matters
A critical safety concern has prompted Ford to issue a recall for various 2021-2022 models. A software error can lead to a loss of trailer brake functionality, meaning that a trailer equipped with an electric or electric-over hydraulic brake system may not brake as intended. This defect significantly increases the stopping distance required for the vehicle and trailer combination, thereby raising the risk of a crash.
What's Being Recalled
Ford Motor Company is recalling certain 2021-2022 F-150, 2022 Maverick, 2022 Expedition, 2022 Lincoln Navigator, 2022 F-250, 2022 F-350, 2022 F-450, and 2022 F-550 vehicles. The issue stems from a software error within the integrated trailer brake control module. This error specifically affects the braking performance of towed trailers that utilize electric or electric-over hydraulic brake systems.
Manufacturer's Remedy
To address this safety concern, Ford dealers will update the integrated trailer brake control module software. This repair will be performed free of charge to the owner. The software update is designed to correct the error and restore proper trailer brake functionality.
How to Check if Your Vehicle is Affected
Owner notification letters for this 2021 Ford F-150 recall were mailed on April 22, 2022. If you own one of the affected vehicles and have not received a notification, you can contact Ford customer service directly at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's internal number for this recall is 22S17. You may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or visit their website at www.nhtsa.gov to check your vehicle's recall status using your VIN.
Source: NHTSA Recall ID: 22V193000
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the problem with the integrated trailer brake control in affected Ford vehicles?
- The integrated trailer brake control module in certain 2021-2022 Ford vehicles has a software error. This error can prevent a towed trailer with an electric or electric-over hydraulic brake system from braking properly, leading to extended stopping distances.
- Which Ford models are included in the 22V193000 recall?
- The recall 22V193000 affects certain 2021-2022 F-150, 2022 Maverick, 2022 Expedition, 2022 Lincoln Navigator, 2022 F-250, 2022 F-350, 2022 F-450, and 2022 F-550 vehicles.
- How will Ford fix the trailer brake issue?
- Ford dealers will update the integrated trailer brake control module software. This remedy will be provided free of charge to vehicle owners.
- What should I do if I own a vehicle affected by the 2021 Ford F-150 recall?
- Owners should have received a notification letter. If you have not, contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332, referencing recall number 22S17, or check the NHTSA website with your VIN.
What Ford F-150 owners report
Counted from the records in our database across 46 model years.
- 39,812
- Owner complaints
- 226
- Recalls
- 2,759
- Service bulletins
- 1,679
- Crashes reported
- 2,104
- Fires reported
- 1,496
- Injuries reported
The 2021 model year
1,308 complaints, the 13th most of 46 model years on file. Owners reported 18 crashes, 7 fires and 13 injuries for this year, which also has 29 recalls on file.
Electrical System, the system this article covers, accounts for 4,362 of 39,812 complaints (11%), including 174 for 2021.
Complaints by model year
| 1997 | 2,758 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 2,029 | |
| 2011 | 2,194 | |
| 2012 | 1,784 | |
| 2013 | 2,994 | |
| 2014 | 1,539 | |
| 2015 | 1,746 | |
| 2016 | 2,093 | |
| 2018 | 2,327 | |
| 2021 | 1,308 |
Most-reported systems
- Power Train — 9,483
- Engine — 4,618
- Electrical System — 4,362
- Service Brakes — 3,838
- Vehicle Speed Control — 2,924
Latest recalls for the 2021 model year
- 26V489000 — Back Over Prevention (Jul 2026)
- 26V402000 — Power Train (Jun 2026)
- 26V104000 — Electrical System (Feb 2026)
Recent owner reports about electrical system
I picked up my F-150 Powerboost from the Ford dealership after getting and oil change. Recorded mileage was 100,385 (just 385 miles out of the 100,000 EV warranty.
Read owner complaints →This vehicle was purchased new. It currently has about 56000 miles. Over time there have been numerous incidents where the battery was suddenly dead. The dealer repeatedly replaced the battery with out addressing the cause.
Complaints are owner reports filed with NHTSA. They are unverified, and counts depend on how many vehicles were sold, so they are not a failure rate.
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Ford Motor Company has issued a recall (NHTSA ID 25V132000) for certain 2021-2022 F-150, Maverick, Expedition, and other heavy-duty trucks due to a software error in the integrated trailer brake control module. This error can prevent towed trailers from braking, increasing the risk of a crash.
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