Ford Recall 22V-648: Visibility – fan/motor

Affected: 2015–2017 Ford Expedition, 2015–2017 Lincoln Navigator. Filed with NHTSA on August 26, 2022, covering about 198,482 vehicles.

The problem

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Ford Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The front blower motor located behind the glove box may fail.

The risk

Front blower motor failure can increase the risk of a vehicle interior fire.

The fix

Dealers will replace the front blower motor assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 4, 2023. Remedy parts are expected to become available in the second quarter of 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S56.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign22V-648 (22V648000)
Manufacturer number22S56
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
ComponentVisibility › Defroster/defogger/HVAC system › Fan/motor
Report dateAugust 26, 2022
Owners notifiedAugust 4, 2023
Vehicles affected198,482
Initiated byNHTSA investigation

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the a/c & heater

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 22V-648 repair free?

Yes. Ford dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the front blower motor assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 4, 2023. Remedy parts are expected to become available in the second quarter of 2023.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 198,482 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.