The problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 F-150 vehicles. The front windshield wiper motor may become inoperative, causing the wipers to fail.
The risk
Inoperative windshield wipers can reduce visibility in certain conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the front windshield wiper motor, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 30, 2023. Remedy parts are expected in the 3rd Quarter of 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S71. This recall expands previous recall number 22V-142.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 22V-842 (22V842000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 22S71 |
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Component | Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer › Motor |
| Report date | November 15, 2022 |
| Owners notified | June 30, 2023 |
| Vehicles affected | 483,082 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the windows, wipers & sunroof
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 22V-842 repair free?
Yes. Ford dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the front windshield wiper motor, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 30, 2023. Remedy parts are expected in the 3rd Quarter of 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 483,082 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.