Ford F-450 SD Recalls (2021-2026)

What recalls does the Ford F-450 SD have?

• 2025-2027 Ford Expedition Headlight Recall (26V606)
  September 22, 2026 · 41,748 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  The headlight assemblies may contain a contaminated LED chip, which can result in a loss of daytime running lights, parking lights, high beams or low beams. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

  Risk: A loss of exterior lighting can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the headlight assemblies, as necessary, free of charge.

• 2021-2023 Lincoln Navigator Windshield Wiper Recall (26V204) Repeat recall
  March 31, 2026 · 422,613 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  The windshield wiper arms may break, causing the wipers to fail.

  Risk: Windshield wiper failure can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the wiper arms, as necessary, free of charge.

• 2021-2022 Ford F-250 SD Fuel Pump Recall (26V158) Repeat recall
  March 17, 2026 · 9,839 vehicles · Fuel System

  Biodiesel deposits may form on the pump drivetrain roller components, which could lead to failure of the high pressure fuel pump.

  Risk: High pressure fuel pump failure can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will update the powertrain control module (PCM) software, free of charge.

• 2021-2026 Ford F-150 Taillight Recall (26V104) Repeat recall
  February 20, 2026 · 4,381,878 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  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."

  Risk: 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.

  Fix: The integrated trailer module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge.

• 2021-2022 Ford Expedition Sunroof Recall (25V729)
  October 24, 2025 · 174,853 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  The moonroof wind deflector clips may be inadequately attached to the moonroof frame, which can result in the wind deflector detaching from the vehicle.

  Risk: A detached wind deflector can become a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and repair the moonroof wind deflector as necessary, free of charge.

• 2021-2022 Ford F-250 SD Backup Camera Software Recall (25V686) Repeat recall
  October 10, 2025 · 291,901 vehicles · Rearview Camera

  The 360-degree view camera system may not display a rearview image properly in certain lighting conditions.

  Risk: A rearview camera image that does not display properly can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will update the image processing module software, free of charge.This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model years.

• 2021 Ford F-250 SD Steering Column Recall (25V626) Repeat recall
  September 19, 2025 · 115,539 vehicles · Steering

  The steering column upper shaft may detach from the steering column and result in a loss of steering control.

  Risk: A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect the steering column, and repair or replace the upper shaft as necessary, free of charge.

• 2025-2026 Ford F-450 SD Instrument Cluster Recall (25V540) Repeat recall
  August 22, 2025 · 355,656 vehicles · Electrical System

  The Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) may fail at startup.

  Risk: An instrument panel display that does not show critical information, such as warning lights or vehicle speed, increases the risk of a crash.

  Fix: The instrument panel cluster software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge.

• 2021-2023 Ford Bronco Fuel Pump Recall (25V455)
  July 7, 2025 · 850,318 vehicles · Fuel System

  The low-pressure fuel pump may fail, which can result in an engine stall while driving.

  Risk: An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the low pressure fuel pump on super duty vehicles and update the powertrain control module (PCM) software on all other affected vehicles, free of charge.

• 2025 Ford F-450 SD Brake Pedal Recall (25V401) Do not drive
  June 13, 2025 · 2,345 vehicles · Brakes

  The brake booster pushrod retaining spring may not have been installed, which can allow the pushrod to disconnect from the brake pedal and cause a sudden loss of brake function. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems" and 105, "Hydraulic and electric brake systems."

  Risk: A sudden loss of brake function increases the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until they have been repaired.

• 2021-2024 Ford Bronco Backup Camera Software Recall (25V315) Repeat recall
  May 9, 2025 · 1,076,138 vehicles · Rearview Camera

  A software error may cause the rearview camera image to delay, freeze, or not display when the vehicle is in reverse.

  Risk: A frozen or missing rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: The accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air update, free of charge.

• 2025 Ford F-250 SD Gear Position Indication Recall (25V163)
  March 14, 2025 · 11,621 vehicles · Transmission

  The steering column shifter may have been improperly welded and detach from the steering column.

  Risk: A detached shifter will prevent the driver from shifting into park, which can result in a vehicle rollaway and increase the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect the steering column serial numbers and replace the steering column as necessary, free of charge.

• 2021-2022 Ford F-150 Integrated Trailer Brake Control Recall (25V132) Repeat recall
  February 28, 2025 · 10,952 vehicles · Brakes

  Due to a software error, a towed trailer equipped with an electric or electric-over hydraulic brake system may not brake.

  Risk: Loss of trailer brake functionality can extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will update the integrated trailer brake control module software, free of charge.

• 2023 Ford F-250 SD Backup Camera Software Recall (25V134) Repeat recall
  February 28, 2025 · 355 vehicles · Rearview Camera

  The default rearview camera image may not be displayed when using the Pro Trailer Hitch Assist feature.

  Risk: An incorrect rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

  Fix: Dealers will update the Advanced Drive Assistance System (ADAS) module software, free of charge.

• 2021 Ford Expedition Backup Camera Recall (25V048) Repeat recall
  January 31, 2025 · 91,580 vehicles · Rearview Camera

  The rearview camera may display a blank or distorted image.

  Risk: Rearview camera failure can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge.

• 2021-2022 Ford F-250 SD Fuel Pump Recall (24V957)
  December 20, 2024 · 295,449 vehicles · Fuel System

  Biodiesel deposits may form on the pump drivetrain roller components, which could lead to failure of the high pressure fuel pump.

  Risk: High pressure fuel pump failure can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will update the powertrain control module (PCM) and Transmission Control Module (TCM) software, free of charge.

• 2023-2024 Ford F-250 SD Backup Camera Recall (24V806)
  October 25, 2024 · 24,950 vehicles · Rearview Camera

  Water may enter the Tailgate Park Assist Sensor Interface Module (TPASIM) and cause the rearview camera image to display intermittently or appear blue or black.

  Risk: A rearview camera image that does not display can decrease the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of injury or crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the tailgate top camera, wire harness, TPASIM module, and update the Image Processing Module A (IPMA) software, free of charge.

• 2023 Ford F-150 Steering Column Recall (23V847) Repeat recall
  December 15, 2023 · 17,970 vehicles · Steering

  The steering wheel clock spring may have an insufficient weld, causing a loss of electrical connection to the driver's frontal air bag.

  Risk: A deactivated air bag will not deploy during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the clock spring as necessary, free of charge.

• 2022-2023 Ford F-350 SD Wheel Stud Recall (23V758) Do not drive
  November 9, 2023 · 13 vehicles · Suspension, Wheels and Tires

  The fasteners for the front wheel hub extender may be insufficiently tightened, which can result in the wheel and wheel extender detaching from the vehicle.

  Risk: Wheel detachment can result in a loss of vehicle control and create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the repair has been performed.

• 2023 Ford F-250 SD Backup Camera Display Recall (23V573)
  August 11, 2023 · 18,513 vehicles · Rearview Camera

  The default rearview camera image may not be displayed when using the Pro Trailer Hitch Assist feature.

  Risk: An incorrect rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

  Fix: Dealers will update the Advanced Drive Assistance System (ADAS) module software, free of charge.

• 2023 Ford Escape Instrument Cluster Recall (23V506)
  July 21, 2023 · 38,695 vehicles · Electrical System

  The module may have been improperly soldered, preventing the instrument panel from illuminating. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "Control and Displays."

  Risk: An inoperable instrument panel cannot show critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, which may increase the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the module or instrument panel as necessary, free of charge.

• 2023 Ford F-250 SD Body Door Recall (23V507)
  July 21, 2023 · 1,339 vehicles · Body, Doors and Seats

  If the driver and front passenger door module experiences a low power condition and resets while the window is moving, the anti-pinch function may not detect an obstacle near the top edge and may not automatically reverse direction.

  Risk: A window that does not automatically reverse when an obstruction is encountered increases the risk of injury.

  Fix: Dealers will update the software, free of charge.

• 2021-2023 Ford Expedition Owner's Manual Recall (23V420)
  June 9, 2023 · 691,133 vehicles · Other Equipment

  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."

  Risk: Without instructions, the head restraints may be improperly adjusted, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

  Fix: 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.

• 2023 Ford F-250 SD Steering Column Recall (23V344)
  May 12, 2023 · 19 vehicles · Steering

  The steering column upper shaft bolts may be missing or improperly tightened, resulting in possible separation of the steering column from the adjoining components.

  Risk: A disconnected steering column can result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and tighten the steering column upper shaft coupler bolts, or install any missing bolts, as necessary, free of charge.

• 2022 Ford Transit Label Recall (22V384)
  May 27, 2022 · 5,247 vehicles · Other Equipment

  In addition, certain 2016 E-Series, 2017 and 2019 F-450, 2021 F-350, and 2021 Transit vehicles that received a reprinted label are also included in this recall. The Safety Certification Labels are missing the tire size, rim type, and tire pressure values for both the front and rear axles.

  Risk: Missing tire information could lead to an incorrect tire or rim being installed, or incorrect tire pressure, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the Safety Certification Label, free of charge.

• 2021 Ford F-150 Windshield Wiper Recall (22V250)
  April 14, 2022 · 652,996 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  The windshield wiper arms may break, causing the windshield wipers to fail.

  Risk: Inoperative windshield wipers can reduce visibility in certain driving conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace both front windshield wiper arms, free of charge.

• 2021-2022 Ford F-150 Integrated Trailer Brake Control Recall (22V193)
  March 25, 2022 · 391,836 vehicles · Brakes

  Due to a software error, a towed trailer equipped with an electric or electric-over hydraulic brake system may not brake.

  Risk: Loss of trailer brake functionality could result in extended stopping distance, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will update the integrated trailer brake control module software, free of charge.

• 2021 Ford F-250 SD Diesel Fuel System Recall (22V013)
  January 14, 2022 · 19,697 vehicles · Fuel System

  7L diesel engines. A small void may be present in the top-center of the vehicle's underhood secondary fuel filter cap, which may progress to a pinhole over time, allowing fuel to leak from the top of the secondary fuel filter.

  Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire or injury.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the primary and secondary fuel filters, free of charge.

• 2021 Ford F-350 SD Axle Hubs Recall (21V390) Do not drive
  May 25, 2021 · 17,616 vehicles · Transmission

  The front wheel hub extenders may be improperly attached to the front rotor hub assemblies, which could result in separation of the wheels and wheel extenders from the vehicle.

  Risk: A detached wheel and wheel extender can increase the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Owners are instructed not to drive their vehicles until the torque of the wheel extender nuts can be verified.

• 2021 Ford F-350 SD Fifth Wheel Assembly Recall (21V379)
  May 24, 2021 · 1,796 vehicles · Suspension, Wheels and Tires

  Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Super Duty F-350 and F-450 vehicles equipped with a fifth wheel left-hand mounting bracket that may be cracked.

  Risk: A cracked mounting bracket could result in the fifth wheel detaching from the vehicle while towing, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect the mounting bracket, and replace the bracket if necessary, free of charge.

• 2021 Ford F-150 Windshield Fastener Recall (21V090)
  February 18, 2021 · 79,017 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  During manufacturing, the windshield may not have been properly bonded to the vehicle, allowing it to detach in a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 212, "Windshield Mounting."

  Risk: In the event of a crash, if the windshield separates from the vehicle, it can increase the risk of injury.

  Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will remove and reinstall the windshield, free of charge.

Which F-450 SD parts are recalled most?

Which F-450 SD model years have the most recalls?

How do I check my F-450 SD for open recalls?

Enter your 17-character VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup. The lookup lists every open safety recall on that specific vehicle, so you will see which of the 31 Ford F-450 SD campaigns above apply to you. You can also ask any authorized Ford dealer to run the VIN. The VIN is on your registration card, your insurance card, and a plate at the lower driver-side corner of the windshield. Brand-new recalls can take a few days to show up, so check again if you received a letter.

What are F-450 SD owners reporting?

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA since 2020, by model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports, but the components that come up most often show where owners are having trouble.

Excerpts from owner complaints (unverified):

My 2021 Ford F 450 will not actuate the electric over hydraulic brakes on my gooseneck trailer. I was hauling my tractor to one of my hay fields when a car pulled out in front me.

2021 FORD F-450 SD owner, Electrical System, NHTSA complaint 11673852

The contact owns a 2021 Ford F-450 SD. The contact stated that the vehicle was designed with a feature known as neutral idle control (NIC), where the vehicle automatically shifted into neutral(N) while at a complete stop to reduce fuel consumption.

2021 FORD F-450 SD owner, Power Train, NHTSA complaint 11644090

The trailer brakes fail after a random period of time. Though the trailer works fine with other controllers, the entire trailer was rewired with new brakes and a new 7-pin connector, the problem did not changed – there are no shorts, grounds, opens in the brake circuit, and the ground circuit is OK.

2022 FORD F-450 SD owner, Service Brakes, NHTSA complaint 11458820

Can a recall make your F-450 SD a lemon in California?

Owners of a Ford F-450 SD often ask whether these recalls mean their vehicle qualifies under California's lemon law. Not by themselves. The question is whether a covered defect keeps coming back, or keeps the vehicle at the dealer, after a reasonable number of repair attempts (Civ. Code 1793.2(d)).

11 of the 31 recalls listed here follow an earlier campaign on the same component, which can mean a first fix did not work. 2 involve the engine, transmission or high-voltage battery, the kinds of repairs that often take several visits or weeks of downtime.

Within the first 18 months or 18,000 miles, California presumes the manufacturer had enough chances if the same defect was repaired two or more times when it is likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for any covered defect, or the vehicle was out of service more than 30 days in total (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Written notice to the manufacturer is required in some cases, and owners outside that window can still have a claim. An owner who prevails 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.

What to keep: every repair order, the recall owner letters, your purchase or lease contract, and a log of dates, mileage and symptoms. Make sure every visit is written up, even when the dealer says it found nothing.

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• Bronco: 50 recalls
• Bronco Sport: 32 recalls
• E-150: 1 recall
• E-250: 1 recall
• E-Transit: 3 recalls
• Ecosport: 3 recalls
• Edge: 9 recalls
• Escape: 34 recalls
• Escape Hybrid: 1 recall
• Escape PHEV: 2 recalls
• Expedition: 25 recalls
• Explorer: 59 recalls
• Explorer Hybrid: 3 recalls
• Explorer Intercept Hybrid: 1 recall
• Explorer PHEV: 1 recall
• Explorer Police Intercept: 1 recall
• F-150: 59 recalls
• F-150 Hybrid: 2 recalls
• F-150 Lightning Bev: 15 recalls
• F-250 SD: 39 recalls
• F-350 SD: 40 recalls
• F-450 SD: 31 recalls
• Maverick: 45 recalls
• Maverick Hybrid: 1 recall
• Mustang: 28 recalls
• Mustang Gtd: 1 recall
• Mustang Mach E: 22 recalls
• Ranger: 32 recalls
• Transit: 29 recalls
• Transit Connect: 4 recalls

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