Recall 22V013 covers 19,697 2021 Ford Super Duty and Medium Duty trucks for fuel filter cap leaks. Repair is free at any franchised Ford dealer.
Ford is recalling 19,697 2021 F-250 Sd, F-350 Sd, and other Super Duty and Medium Duty diesel trucks because a void in the underhood secondary fuel filter cap can become a pinhole and leak fuel. Fuel near an ignition source can increase the risk of fire or injury, and Ford dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The secondary diesel fuel filter on these 2021 Ford F-250 Sd, F-350 Sd, F-450 Sd, F-550 Sd, F-600 Sd, F-650, and F-750 vehicles sits under the hood in the fuel system for the 6.7L diesel engine. Its job is to clean fuel before it continues through the engine, while the filter cap seals the top of the filter housing so fuel stays contained under operating pressure.
On affected vehicles, foreign material in the raw material for the filter cap interfered with the molding process. That defect can leave a small void in the top center of the cap. Over time, the void can open into a pinhole, allowing diesel fuel to leak from the top of the secondary fuel filter.
Occupants can notice a fuel odor or see fuel leaking under the hood. The check engine light can also come on, with low fuel pressure diagnostic trouble code P008A stored.
Who's affected?
Covers 7 Ford truck classes for the 2021 model year, all tied to the secondary diesel fuel filter.
| 2021 Ford F-550 Sd | fuel system |
|---|---|
| 2021 Ford F-450 Sd | fuel system |
| 2021 Ford F-650 | fuel system |
| 2021 Ford F-250 Sd | fuel system |
| 2021 Ford F-750 | fuel system |
| 2021 Ford F-350 Sd | fuel system |
| 2021 Ford F-600 Sd | fuel system |
| Units affected | 19,697 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific truck.
What's the safety risk?
A fuel leak near an ignition source increases the risk of fire or injury. Watch for a fuel odor, an underhood fuel leak, or a check engine light tied to low fuel pressure code P008A. If you notice those signs, stop the trip when safe and call a Ford dealer. Repair is free at any franchised Ford dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2021 Ford F-550 Sd, F-450 Sd, F-650, F-250 Sd, F-750, F-350 Sd, or F-600 Sd is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Ford dealer to schedule the free primary and secondary fuel-filter replacement that addresses the fuel leak at the secondary fuel filter cap.
- Bring the recall notice if Ford mailed one. Reference recall number 22V013 and Ford recall 22S01 when you call.
- Park away from ignition sources and avoid driving if you smell fuel or see a fuel leak until the filters are replaced.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Ford technician replaces the primary and secondary fuel filters covered by this recall. The recall repair is free now, and parts and labor are covered. Ford is not offering a separate reimbursement program because the original warranty program provides the free repair for this concern. If you already paid for a related fuel filter repair, ask the service desk how the original warranty coverage applies.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| January 14, 2022 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| January 14, 2022 | Dealer notification began |
| January 14, 2022 | Dealer notification ended |
| January 28, 2022 | Owner notification mailed |
| February 21, 2022 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 22V013?
Recall 22V013 covers 19,697 2021 Ford F-250 Sd, F-350 Sd, F-450 Sd, F-550 Sd, F-600 Sd, F-650, and F-750 vehicles with 6.7L diesel engines. A void in the secondary fuel filter cap can become a pinhole and let fuel leak. Ford dealers will replace the primary and secondary fuel filters for free.
What should I do if my 2021 Ford F-250 Sd, F-350 Sd, F-450 Sd, F-550 Sd, F-600 Sd, F-650, or F-750 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 22V013. If it is, contact a franchised Ford dealer to schedule replacement of the primary and secondary fuel filters. Reference Ford recall number 22S01 or NHTSA campaign 22V013 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Ford's remedy states that dealers will replace the primary and secondary fuel filters free of charge. The free repair applies at any franchised Ford dealer.
What is the safety risk from recall 22V013?
The safety risk is fire or injury from a diesel fuel leak. Ford reported that a small void in the secondary fuel filter cap can progress to a pinhole, allowing fuel to leak from the top of the filter. A fuel leak near an ignition source increases fire risk.
Were owners notified about this Ford fuel filter recall?
Yes. Ford mailed owner notification letters on January 28, 2022. If you bought the vehicle used or never received the letter, check your VIN and call a franchised Ford dealer. You can also contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 and reference recall 22S01.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/22V013000 |
|---|---|
| Ford customer service | 1-866-436-7332 |
| NHTSA recall # | 22V013 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 22V013000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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