2021 Ford F-150 Reverse Light Recall
Ford has issued a recall for certain 2021 F-150 vehicles equipped with the Onboard Scales feature. An over-the-air software update may have inadvertently disabled both reverse lights, posing a safety risk. This recall, 25V348000, addresses an issue from a previous recall.
Why this matters
Inoperative reverse lights pose a significant safety hazard. If your vehicle's reverse lights are not functioning, other drivers and pedestrians may not be alerted when your 2021 Ford F-150 is backing up. This dramatically increases the risk of a crash, especially in low-light conditions or busy areas.
What's being recalled
This recall specifically affects certain 2021 Ford F-150 vehicles that are equipped with the Onboard Scales feature. The issue stems from an incorrect repair performed under a previous recall, 24V443. An over-the-air software update to the body control module (BCM) may have inadvertently disabled both reverse lights.
How to check if your vehicle is affected
Owners of a 2021 Ford F-150 should check their vehicle's recall status. You can determine if your specific vehicle is part of this 2021 Ford F-150 recall by visiting the NHTSA recall website and entering your 17-digit Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). Only F-150 models from the 2021 model year with the Onboard Scales feature are included in this recall.
Manufacturer's remedy
Ford dealers will update the body control module (BCM) software to resolve this issue. This repair will be performed free of charge to the owner. Owner notification letters for this 2021 Ford F-150 recall were mailed on June 27, 2025.
Important owner information
If you have concerns or questions regarding this recall, you may contact Ford customer service directly. Ford's customer service number is 1-866-436-7332. The internal Ford recall number for this campaign is 25S57.
Source: NHTSA Recall 25V348000
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the problem with the 2021 Ford F-150 reverse lights?
- An over-the-air software update to the body control module (BCM) may have inadvertently disabled both reverse lights on certain 2021 Ford F-150 vehicles equipped with the Onboard Scales feature. This issue originated from an incorrect repair under a previous recall, 24V443.
- What is the recall number for the Ford F-150 reverse light issue?
- The NHTSA recall identification number is 25V348000. Ford's internal number for this recall is 25S57.
- How will Ford fix the inoperative reverse lights?
- Ford dealers will update the body control module (BCM) software to restore proper function to the reverse lights. This repair will be completed free of charge to the owner.
- When will owners be notified about this 2021 Ford F-150 recall?
- Owner notification letters were mailed on June 27, 2025. If you own an affected 2021 Ford F-150 and have not received a letter, you can contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.
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.
Exterior Lighting, the system this article covers, accounts for 720 of 39,812 complaints (2%), including 122 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 exterior lighting
Daytime Running Lights (DRL) passenger side LED light bar burned out after only 64K miles.
Read owner complaints →Daytime running LED quad headlight system. the vertical led on the front passenger front headlights is out. Dealer said cost is $2000.00 to fix. have to replace whole assembly.
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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