2021-2022 Ford F-150 Underbody Shields Recall (22V623)

Recall 22V623 at a glance

What is wrong with the 2021-2022 Ford F-150 in recall 22V623?

Underbody heat and noise insulators may loosen and contact the aluminum driveshaft, which could damage the driveshaft and cause it to fracture.

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 F-150 vehicles. Underbody heat and noise insulators may loosen and contact the aluminum driveshaft, which could damage the driveshaft and cause it to fracture.

Is it safe to drive a 2021-2022 F-150 with recall 22V623?

NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: A fractured driveshaft can cause a loss of drive power, or a loss of vehicle control if the driveshaft contacts the ground. Additionally, unintended movement could occur while parked if the parking brake is not engaged. Any of these scenarios increases the risk of a crash.

NHTSA describes the risk this way: A fractured driveshaft can cause a loss of drive power, or a loss of vehicle control if the driveshaft contacts the ground. Additionally, unintended movement could occur while parked if the parking brake is not engaged. Any of these scenarios increases the risk of a crash.

NHTSA has not issued a do-not-drive or park-outside warning for this recall. Still, get the repair done as soon as it is available, and stop driving if you notice symptoms related to the underbody shields.

Which vehicles are included in recall 22V623?

Recall 22V623 covers 58,203 vehicles: 2021-2022 Ford F-150.

NHTSA lists 58,203 vehicles in this campaign. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.

What is the fix for the F-150 underbody shields recall?

Yes. Dealers will inspect and repair the driveshaft, as necessary, and properly attach the underbody insulators, free of charge.

Dealers will inspect and repair the driveshaft, as necessary, and properly attach the underbody insulators, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 1, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S53.

When was recall 22V623 announced?

Ford Motor Company reported recall 22V623 to NHTSA on August 12, 2022. NHTSA lists the owner letter date as September 1, 2022.

This recall was filed 50 months ago. If your F-150 was built in that window, the VIN check below is the way to confirm it is included.

How do I check if my F-150 is part of recall 22V623?

Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 22V623 is open on your F-150, it will be listed there.

The fastest check is NHTSA’s VIN lookup. Type in the 17 characters from your registration or insurance card. Because only some 2021-2022 F-150 vehicles are included, the VIN check is the only reliable way to know. A brand-new recall may take several days to show up.

What should F-150 owners do about recall 22V623?

Check your VIN, schedule the free recall repair, and keep a repair order for every dealer visit.

1. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm recall 22V623000 applies to your F-150.
2. Book the recall appointment with any authorized Ford dealer. Ask up front whether parts are available and how long the vehicle will be there.
3. Get a repair order for every visit, even if the dealer only inspects the vehicle. Read it before you leave and make sure your complaint is written the way you described it.
4. Keep a simple log of any underbody shields symptoms with dates and mileage. Video of a warning light or the problem happening is strong evidence.
5. Count the days the vehicle is at the dealer. Days out of service add up toward California's 30-day presumption.
6. If the recall repair does not fix it, or the vehicle keeps going back for the same issue, talk to a lemon law attorney.

What are F-150 owners reporting to NHTSA?

Owners have filed 1,609 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 21 of them about the body, doors and seats.

NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 1,609 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 21 of them involve the body, doors and seats. Complaints are reports from owners and have not been verified by NHTSA, but a high count for the same component is a sign the problem is widespread.

• 2021 Ford F-150: 1,015 complaints in total, 14 about the body, doors and seats
• 2022 Ford F-150: 594 complaints in total, 7 about the body, doors and seats

Here is what some owners told NHTSA, in their own words (excerpts, unverified):

The contact owns a 2021 Ford F-150. The contact stated that the exhaust baffles were making an abnormal ticking sound while the vehicle was idling. The contact also stated that the A/C outlet vent tab had separated from the vehicle, and the other tabs were loose.

2021 Ford F-150 owner, LA, NHTSA complaint 11675439, filed July 22, 2025

The contact owns a 2021 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving 40 MPH, the contact heard an abnormally loud booming sound. The contact pulled over to the right side of the road, exited the vehicle. Upon inspecting underneath the vehicle, the contact noticed that the driveshaft was fractured and damaged.

2021 Ford F-150 owner, TX, NHTSA complaint 11707786, filed December 30, 2025

The contact owns a 2021 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at 70 MPH, the contact noticed an unusual grinding sound. The vehicle was driven to the shoulder of the road. The contact noticed a lot of unusual clicking or rattling sounds. In addition, several unknown warning lights were illuminated.

2021 Ford F-150 owner, TN, NHTSA complaint 11729380, filed April 6, 2026

Can recall 22V623 make my F-150 a lemon in California?

Not by itself. A recall repair that fails, or repeat dealer visits for the same defect, can support a California lemon law claim.

Recall 22V623000 does not automatically make your F-150 a lemon. California's Song-Beverly Act asks two questions: does a warranty defect substantially impair the vehicle's use, value or safety, and did the manufacturer fail to fix it in a reasonable number of tries (Civ. Code 1793.2(d))?

Door latch, seat and body structure defects can affect safety in a crash and everyday use. If the recall repair does not solve the problem, the repeat visit is part of your record.

This is not the first recall for this problem. When a manufacturer has to recall the same underbody shields again, that suggests the earlier fix did not work. If your 2021-2022 Ford F-150 has had this repair more than once, keep every repair order.

Earlier campaigns on these vehicles involving the same component: 21V986000.

California law presumes a reasonable number of attempts has been made if, within 18 months or 18,000 miles of delivery, the same problem was repaired two or more times for a defect likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for any covered defect, or the vehicle was out of service for repairs more than 30 days in total (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Some of these require written notice to the manufacturer. A claim can still succeed outside that window.

An owner who prevails in a lemon law case can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.

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