ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
What Happened
The integrated trailer brake control is a system that helps you control your trailer's brakes and turn signals when you're towing. In certain 2021-2027 models, this system might lose connection with your vehicle while towing, which could cause problems with your trailer's lights and brakes.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, your trailer's lights or brakes could fail, making it harder for you to control the trailer and increasing the risk of a crash. This could also make it harder for other drivers to see your trailer, which could lead to an accident.
Free Fix
A free software update will be applied to your integrated trailer module by a Ford dealer or through an over-the-air update. You'll get a notice with instructions on how to schedule the update, and you can also contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 for more information.
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Original — What Happened
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.
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 main water hoses that connect your brake system. In some 2022-2024 models, these lines can get damaged by the engine air cleaner outlet pipe.
Risk if Unfixed
If the brake lines get damaged, you could lose part of your braking power, making it harder to stop your vehicle. This could increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your Ford dealer will inspect the brake line and fix or replace it, along with the air cleaner outlet pipe if needed – all for free. You should schedule the repair once you receive the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
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.
The front axle pinion in your F-150, Expedition, or Navigator is a crucial part that helps transfer power from your transmission to the front wheels. It's like a strong, metal elbow that keeps your wheels connected to the rest of the drivetrain.
Risk if Unfixed
If the pinion breaks on the road, you could lose control of your vehicle's 4-wheel drive system, and your front wheels might lock up. This could make it hard to steer or stop your vehicle, increasing the risk of a collision.
Free Fix
Your Ford dealer will replace the faulty front axle pinion with a new one, or if it's already broken, they'll swap out the entire axle assembly. This repair is completely free, so schedule it as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 F-150, Expedition, and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The front axle pinion may not have been heat-treated, which can cause it to fracture.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A fractured pinion can result in a loss of 4-wheel drive and may cause the front wheels to lock up, increasng the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
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. Owner notification letters were mailed April 21, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S07.
The windshield wiper arms on your vehicle are what connect the wiper blades to the windshield. In certain models, these arms can break, causing the wipers to fail.
Risk if Unfixed
If your wipers stop working, you'll lose visibility while driving. This could lead to reduced visibility and increase the chance of a crash.
Free Fix
Your Ford dealer will inspect and replace the wiper arms, if necessary, at no cost to you. You should schedule the repair as soon as you receive the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
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 air bag warning label on your dashboard is an important reminder of how to use your vehicle's safety features. In some 2020-2025 Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, 2018-2024 F-150, and other models, the label might not be there.
Risk if Unfixed
Without this label, you or your passengers might not know how to properly use your seatbelts and airbags in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Free Fix
Ford will mail you the missing air bag warning label for free. You should look for it in the mail and install it on your dashboard as soon as possible.
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Original — What Happened
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.
The Image Processing Module A in your Lincoln is like a computer brain that helps your rearview camera and safety features work. In some 2022-2025 models, this module can suddenly reset and lose its connection to the camera and safety features.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, you won't see the rearview camera image, and your advanced safety features like automatic emergency braking and blind-spot monitoring might not work. This could make it harder to spot hazards, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your Lincoln dealer will update the software for the Image Processing Module A, so you'll get the rearview camera image and safety features back. This update is free, and you should schedule it as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
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.
The software in your vehicle controls the rearview camera image on your screen. In some 2021-2025 models, this software can malfunction and delay, freeze, or not show the image when you're in reverse.
Risk if Unfixed
If the camera image fails or freezes, you'll have a reduced view of what's behind your vehicle. This could increase the risk of a collision, especially when backing up.
Free Fix
Your Ford dealer will update the software for your vehicle's rearview camera, ensuring a clear image when you're in reverse. This update is free, and you'll be notified when it's available for your model.
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Original — What Happened
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.
The owner's manual for your Expedition, Navigator, or F-Super Duty has a missing section on how to properly adjust and remove the head restraints in the third row.
Risk if Unfixed
If you don't know how to adjust or remove the head restraints, you could be at risk of injury in a crash, especially if you're a passenger in the third row. This is because the head restraints might not be properly positioned to protect you.
Free Fix
Ford will send you a free update for your owner's manual with the missing instructions. You should expect to receive the updated manual in the mail, and if you have questions, you can call Ford's customer service at 1-866-436-7332.
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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.
