ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
What Happened
The integrated trailer brake control system in your vehicle helps connect your trailer's lights and brakes to your vehicle's electronics. It's a critical safety system that ensures your trailer's brake and turn signals work properly while towing.
Risk if Unfixed
If the trailer module fails, your trailer's brake and turn signals might not work as expected. This could make it harder for you to control the trailer and reduce its visibility to other drivers on the road, increasing the risk of a collision.
Free Fix
Your Ford dealer will update the software for the trailer module, either in-person or remotely, at no cost to you. This update will ensure your trailer's lights and brakes work properly while towing, keeping you and others on the road safe.
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Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2026 F-150, 2022-2026 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, Maverick, 2024-2026 Ranger, 2023-2026 F-600 SD, 2022-2027 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, and 2026 E-Transit vehicles. When towing a trailer, the integrated trailer module (ITRM) may lose communication with the vehicle, possibly causing a loss of brake and turn signal lights, or a loss of brake function. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, " Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Trailer lights or brakes that do not function can reduce the driver’s ability to control the trailer and decrease the trailers visibility to other road users, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
The integrated trailer module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 25, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C10. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning March 17, 2026.
The fuel pump in your vehicle is the part that sends gasoline from the tank to your engine. In certain models, this pump can fail without warning while you're driving, causing an engine stall.
Risk if Unfixed
If the fuel pump fails on the road, your engine will suddenly shut off while you're driving. This could make it hard to control your vehicle and increase the chance of a crash.
Free Fix
Your Ford dealer will fix the issue once a permanent remedy is available, which is expected to be in the 2nd Quarter of 2026. In the meantime, you're advised to contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 for more information.
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Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Bronco, Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, 2021-2022 Lincoln Navigator, Mustang, F-150, and 2022 Expedition vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump may fail, which can result in an engine stall while driving.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
The remedy is under development. Interim notification letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed July 16, 2025. Second letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated 2nd Quarter 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S75.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
What Happened
The brake lines in your Navigator or Expedition are like the veins that carry brake fluid to your wheels. In some 2022-2024 models, these lines could get damaged by the engine air cleaner outlet pipe.
Risk if Unfixed
If the brake lines are damaged, you could lose brake function, which would increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your Ford dealer will check the brake lines and replace them or the air cleaner outlet pipe if needed, all for free. You should schedule the repair as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Navigator and Expedition vehicles. The front brake lines may contact the engine air cleaner outlet pipe and become damaged, possibly resulting in a brake fluid leak and reduced brake function.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A loss of brake function increases the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will inspect the front brake line and replace the brake line or air cleaner outlet pipe, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 29, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S47.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
What Happened
The integrated trailer brake control is a computer system that helps your vehicle communicate with your trailer's brakes. If your F-150, Maverick, or other affected Ford or Lincoln vehicle was recently repaired under recall number 22V-193, this system could be faulty.
Risk if Unfixed
If the trailer brake control fails, your trailer's brakes might not work properly. This could take longer to stop, increasing the risk of a collision when towing a trailer.
Free Fix
Your Ford dealer will update the trailer brake control software to ensure it works correctly, and this repair is free of charge. You should schedule this update as soon as you receive the recall notice.
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Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 F-150, 2022 Maverick, Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 22V-193. Due to a software error, a towed trailer equipped with an electric or electric-over hydraulic brake system may not brake.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Loss of trailer brake functionality can extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will update the integrated trailer brake control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 11, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S18.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
What Happened
The integrated trailer brake control in your vehicle is a computer system that helps your trailer brake safely. In some 2021-2022 Ford F-Series and certain other models, this system's software has a small error that could cause it to fail.
Risk if Unfixed
If your trailer's brakes don't work properly, you'll take longer to stop, which increases the risk of a crash, especially when towing a heavy load.
Free Fix
Your Ford dealer will update the software in your vehicle's integrated trailer brake control module for free. You should schedule this update as soon as you get the recall notice and don't wait to contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 if you have any questions.
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Original — What Happened
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 F-150, 2022 Maverick, Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 vehicles. Due to a software error, a towed trailer equipped with an electric or electric-over hydraulic brake system may not brake.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Loss of trailer brake functionality could result in extended stopping distance, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will update the integrated trailer brake control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 22, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S17.
The seat belt pretensioner is the part that helps tighten your seat belt in a crash. In some 2018-2022 Expeditions and Navigators, this pretensioner might get stuck, making the seat belt useless in an emergency.
Risk if Unfixed
If your seat belt gets stuck, it won't be able to keep you safe in a crash. You could be at risk of injury if the belt doesn't restrain you properly.
Free Fix
Your Ford dealer will inspect and replace the faulty seat belt retractor for free. You should schedule the repair as soon as you get the recall notice, and check back with your dealer in August when the fix is available.
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Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The seat belt pretensioner in the driver and/or front passenger seat may inadvertently lock the seat belt, which will not allow the belt to retract or extend.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Seat belts that do not retract or extend can fail to restrain an occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt retractors as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed June 8, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in August 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S34. This recall replaces and expands previous NHTSA recalls 24V099 and 25V197. Vehicles previously inspected or repaired under the prior recalls will need the new repair completed.
The wiper arms in your vehicle are the metal parts that connect the wiper blades to the windshield. In some 2021-2023 Lincoln, Expedition, and certain Ford F-series models, these arms can break, causing the wipers to stop working.
Risk if Unfixed
If the wiper arms fail, your windshield wipers won't be able to clear water and debris, making it harder for you to see while driving. This could increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your dealer will inspect and replace the wiper arms if necessary, at no cost to you. They'll take care of the repair once the necessary parts are available, and you'll get a second notice with the schedule.
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Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, and 2022-2023 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, and F-600 SD vehicles. The windshield wiper arms may break, causing the wipers to fail.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Windshield wiper failure can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the wiper arms, as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed April 16, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S24.Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on April 1, 2026.
The moonroof wind deflector in your vehicle is a small plastic piece that helps reduce wind noise and keeps debris out of your moonroof. In some 2021-2023 F-Series and 2021-2022 Expedition and Navigator models, it might not be securely attached.
Risk if Unfixed
If the wind deflector detaches on the road, it could become a hazard for other drivers and increase the risk of a collision.
Free Fix
Your Ford dealer will check the wind deflector and fix it for free if it's not properly attached. You should schedule the repair as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, 2021-2023 F-150, 2022 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, and F-450 SD vehicles. The moonroof wind deflector clips may be inadequately attached to the moonroof frame, which can result in the wind deflector detaching from the vehicle.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A detached wind deflector can become a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will inspect and repair the moonroof wind deflector as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 10, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SB7. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 30, 2025.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
What Happened
Your Lincoln Navigator's headlight control module is like a computer that manages the lights on your vehicle. The software in this module might not be working properly, which affects the side markers and daytime running lights.
Risk if Unfixed
If the lights fail, your vehicle becomes harder to see, especially at night or in low-light conditions. This could increase the risk of a collision.
Free Fix
Your dealer will update the headlight control module software for free, so you don't have to pay a thing. Just schedule the repair when you receive the recall notice in the mail.
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Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 Lincoln Navigator vehicles previously repaired under Recall 22V455 (22C14). The headlight control module software may cause the side marker and daytime running lights to fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A loss of exterior lighting can reduce visibility and increase the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will update the headlight control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 16, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C28.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
What Happened
The headlight control module is the brain that controls your Lincoln Navigator's headlights and turn signals. In some 2022 models, a software glitch can cause the side markers and daytime running lights to turn off.
Risk if Unfixed
If your side markers and daytime running lights fail while driving, it's harder for other drivers to see you, especially at dawn or dusk. This could lead to a higher risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your Ford dealer will update the headlight control module software and recalibrate the headlights to ensure all lights are working properly – at no cost to you. You should schedule the fix as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The headlight control module software may cause the side marker and daytime running lights to fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A loss of exterior lighting can reduce visibility and increase the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will update the headlight control module software and recalibrate the headlights, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 13, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22C14.
The airbag warning label on your dashboard is what shows you how to use your seatbelts and airbags correctly. In some 2018-2024 F-150, Expedition, and Navigator models, this label is missing, which means your vehicle doesn't meet safety standards.
Risk if Unfixed
Without this label, you may not know how to properly use your seatbelts and airbags in an emergency, which could put you at a higher risk of injury in a crash.
Free Fix
Ford will mail you a replacement airbag warning label for free. Just wait for the letter they send you, and you'll get the correct label to put back in your dashboard.
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Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, 2020-2024 Escape, Lincoln Corsair, 2018-2024 F-150, Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The air bag warning label may be missing from the dashboard. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirement Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Without a label that shows the proper restraint usage guidelines, the occupants may have an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Ford will mail owners the warning labels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 19, 2024. Owners may call Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24C39.
Your vehicle has a computer system called the Image Processing Module A (IPMA), which helps with features like the rearview camera and driver assistance systems. In some 2022-2025 Lincoln models, this system can malfunction and reset unexpectedly.
Risk if Unfixed
If the IPMA fails, you'll lose the rearview camera image and certain safety features like pre-collision assist and blind-spot monitoring. This could make it harder for you to spot hazards, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your Lincoln dealer will update the IPMA software for free. You can also receive the update through an over-the-air update. Look for a notification letter from Ford and schedule a visit to your dealer when you receive it.
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Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2025 Lincoln Navigator, 2024-2025 Lincoln Nautilus, 2025 Lincoln Aviator and Explorer vehicles. The Image Processing Module A (IPMA) may experience multiple unexpected resets, resulting in loss of the rearview camera image and advanced driver assistance (ADAS) features, including pre-collision assist, lane-keeping assist, and blind-spot monitoring.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Loss of the rearview camera image and certain driver assistance features, can reduce the driver’s ability to detect hazards, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
The Image Processing Module A software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. This is a Phased campaign. Phase 1 will include 2025 Aviator, 2025 Explorer, 2025 Nautilus notified owners on 4/13/2026. Phase 2 will include 2025 Navigator will notify owners on or about 4/20/2026. Phase 3 will include 2022-2024 Navigator will notify owners on or about 6/8/2026. Phase 4 will include 2024 Nautilus will notify owners on or about 6/22/2026. Owner notification letters were mailed April 13, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S21. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning March 25, 2026.
Your vehicle's rearview camera helps you see what's behind you. But in certain models, a software glitch could cause the camera image to freeze, delay, or disappear when you're in reverse.
Risk if Unfixed
If your rearview camera image is delayed or missing, you might not see obstacles or people behind your vehicle, which could lead to a crash.
Free Fix
Your Ford dealer will update the software for the accessory protocol interface module for free. This will ensure your rearview camera works correctly. You'll get another letter when the update is available for your specific vehicle, and you can schedule the update then.
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Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco, F-150, 2021-2024 Edge, 2022-2025 Escape, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, F-600, 2022-2024 Expedition, 2022-2025 Transit, 2021-2023 Mach-E, 2024 Ranger, Mustang, 2021-2023 Lincoln Nautilus, 2022-2024 Navigator, and 2023-2024 Corsair vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera image to delay, freeze, or not display when the vehicle is in reverse.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A frozen or missing rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
The accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air update, free of charge. This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model and model years. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on June 26, 2025. Additional letters will be mailed once the final remedy is available on each phase. Owner notification letters were sent on October 8, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S49.
Your owner's manual doesn't include instructions for adjusting the head restraints in the middle row of seats, which could leave you unsure how to properly use them for safety.
Risk if Unfixed
If you don't know how to adjust the head restraints correctly, they might not work as intended in a crash, potentially increasing your risk of injury.
Free Fix
Ford will send you a free update to your owner's manual with the missing instructions, and you should contact them at 1-866-436-7332 to confirm your recall status.
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Original — What Happened
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2023 Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles equipped with third-row seating; and 2019-2023 F-Super Duty F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 SuperCab vehicles. The owner's manual does not include instructions for adjusting or removing certain head restraints. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 202, "Head Restraints."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Without instructions, the head restraints may be improperly adjusted, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Ford will mail the Owner's Manual addendums that describe how to adjust and remove the head restraints for the center seating positions, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 21, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23C20.
