2020-2021 Ford F-150 / Expedition Windshield Wiper Recall
Ford has issued a recall (NHTSA ID: 22V250000) for certain 2020-2021 F-150 and Expedition models, along with other vehicles, because the windshield wiper arms may break. This can cause the wipers to fail, significantly reducing visibility and increasing the risk of a crash. Owners will receive…
Gilt auch für
- Ford Expedition
- 2020–2021
- Ford F-150
- 2020
Why this matters
The safety recall addresses a critical issue where the windshield wiper arms may break. If the windshield wipers fail, it can severely reduce visibility for the driver, especially during adverse weather conditions like rain or snow. This reduced visibility significantly increases the risk of a crash.
What's being recalled
Ford Motor Company is recalling certain 2020-2021 F-150 and Expedition vehicles. The recall also includes 2020-2022 Super Duty F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, and 2020-2021 Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The core problem is that the windshield wiper arms may break, leading to complete failure of the windshield wipers.
How to check if your vehicle is affected
Owners of 2020-2021 Ford F-150, 2020-2021 Ford Expedition, 2020-2022 Ford Super Duty (F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550), and 2020-2021 Lincoln Navigator vehicles should check if their specific vehicle is included in this recall. You can do this by contacting Ford customer service or by visiting the NHTSA website and entering your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). This recall, identified by Ford's number 22S26 and NHTSA ID 22V250000, ensures that affected vehicles receive the necessary repair.
Manufacturer's remedy
Ford dealers will replace both front windshield wiper arms on affected vehicles. This repair will be performed free of charge to the owner. This proactive measure aims to prevent the wiper arms from breaking and restore proper windshield wiper function.
Important owner notifications
Interim owner notification letters, which informed owners about the potential safety risk, were sent out on May 24, 2022. Remedy parts were anticipated to become available in the third quarter of 2022. The final owner notification letters were mailed on October 21, 2022. Owners with concerns can contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. You may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or visit www.nhtsa.gov.
Source: NHTSA Recall ID: 22V250000
Frequently Asked Questions
- Which Ford models are affected by the windshield wiper recall?
- The recall (NHTSA ID: 22V250000) affects certain 2020-2021 Ford F-150, 2020-2021 Ford Expedition, 2020-2022 Ford Super Duty (F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550), and 2020-2021 Lincoln Navigator vehicles.
- What is the problem with the windshield wipers in the recalled vehicles?
- The windshield wiper arms in the affected vehicles may break, causing the windshield wipers to fail completely. This can lead to reduced visibility for the driver, especially in bad weather.
- How will Ford fix the windshield wiper issue?
- Ford dealers will replace both front windshield wiper arms on all affected vehicles free of charge. This repair is covered under Ford's recall number 22S26.
- When were owners notified about the 2021 Ford F-150 recall?
- Interim notification letters were mailed on May 24, 2022, informing owners of the safety risk. The final owner notification letters, detailing the remedy, were mailed on October 21, 2022.
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.
Visibility, the system this article covers, accounts for 2,131 of 39,812 complaints (5%), including 83 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 visibility
The contact owns a 2021 Ford F-150. The contact stated that the windshield wipers failed to activate as needed. No warning lights were illuminated. The local dealer was contacted; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed.
Read owner complaints →When using the window wipers, they become inoperable. Stopping in the middle of the window, pausing when moving, or completely stopping and unable to get them to start moving until they begin to move on their own.
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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