Recall 22V142 affects 157,306 2021 Ford F-150 trucks for a windshield-wiper motor failure. Repair is free at any franchised Ford dealer.
Ford is recalling 157,306 2021 F-150 pickups because the front windshield wiper motor can stop working, causing the wipers to fail. Failed wipers can reduce visibility in certain conditions and increase the risk of a crash, and Ford dealers will replace the motor free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The front wiper motor on the 2021 Ford F-150 is the electric drive unit that moves the windshield wiper arms across the glass. When the switch is on, the motor turns the wiper linkage so the blades clear rain, snow, and road spray. Clear forward visibility depends on that motor starting and running at the right speed.
On affected trucks, the motor was built with manufacturing problems inside the assembly. Ford traced inoperative or weak wiper operation to poor brush plate spot welds, too little adhesive on the motor magnets, and too little torque on the motor nut assembly. Those faults can interrupt power delivery or let internal parts move out of position, so the wipers run poorly or stop working.
The warning sign is erratic wiper operation. If the wipers hesitate, change speed unexpectedly, or stop and restart, treat that as a sign the motor is failing.
Who's affected?
| 2021 Ford F-150 | wiper system |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 157,306 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific pickup truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
Inoperative windshield wipers reduce visibility in rain, snow, or road spray and increase the risk of a crash. Erratic wiper operation is a warning sign, so avoid poor-weather driving until the repair is complete. Repair is free at any franchised Ford dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2021 Ford F-150 is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Ford dealer to schedule the free front windshield wiper motor replacement that fixes the wipers that fail.
- Bring the recall notice if Ford mailed one. Reference recall number 22V142 and Ford recall 22S12 when you call.
- Avoid driving in rain, snow, or heavy spray until the wiper motor is replaced.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Ford technician replaces the front windshield wiper motor covered by this recall. The dealer can complete the recall repair now, and the replacement motor, parts, and labor are free under the recall. Out-of-pocket repairs already paid are handled through the original warranty program, not through a separate reimbursement program, because Ford says warranty coverage provides a free repair for this concern. Ask the service desk how warranty coverage applies if you have prior repair paperwork.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| March 11, 2022 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| March 14, 2022 | Dealer notification began |
| March 14, 2022 | Dealer notification ended |
| April 18, 2022 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| June 22, 2023 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 22V142?
Recall 22V142 covers 157,306 2021 Ford F-150 vehicles with front windshield wiper motors that can become inoperative and cause the wipers to fail. Failed wipers can reduce visibility in certain conditions and increase crash risk. Ford dealers will replace the motor for free.
What should I do if my 2021 Ford F-150 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific truck is included in recall 22V142. If it is, contact a franchised Ford dealer to schedule the front windshield wiper motor replacement. Reference recall number 22V142 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair covered safety defects at no cost, and Ford's remedy for recall 22V142 is a free front windshield wiper motor replacement at a franchised Ford dealer.
Is it safe to drive with this Ford F-150 wiper recall?
The recall does not carry a do-not-drive order, but failed windshield wipers can reduce visibility in certain conditions and increase crash risk. If your wipers stop working or visibility is poor, avoid driving and call a Ford dealer about the free repair.
What if I bought my 2021 Ford F-150 used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to honor safety recalls regardless of ownership history. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific F-150 is included, then contact a franchised Ford dealer and reference recall 22V142.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/22V142000 |
|---|---|
| Ford customer service | 1-866-436-7332 |
| NHTSA recall # | 22V142 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 22V142000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
- Download Misc. Document (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →