Large Recall NHTSA · 22V842000 Reported November 15, 2022

Windshield wiper motor may fail

Ford Motor Company · Visibility · 483,082 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
22V842000
Manufacturer Campaign
22S71
Manufacturer
Component
Visibility
Vehicles Affected
483,082
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
November 15, 2022
Completion Rate
84.08

Defect Summary

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.

Safety Consequence

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

Corrective Action

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.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference recall ID 22V842000 or campaign 22S71.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 22V842000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 22V842000?

NHTSA recall 22V842000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on November 15, 2022. It addresses: Windshield wiper motor may fail. The recall affects approximately 483,082 vehicles, with the defect involving the Visibility component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 22V842000 or the manufacturer campaign number 22S71. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.