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Campaign 22V250 Posted April 14, 2022 652,996 units

2020-2022 Ford/Lincoln Recall 22V250: Wiper Arms

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Reviewed by the RecallNotify editorial team
Published May 20, 2026

Recall 22V250 affects 652,996 2020-2022 Ford and Lincoln vehicles for wiper-arm failure. Repair is free at any franchised Ford dealer.

Ford is recalling 652,996 2020-2022 Expedition, Navigator, F-150, F-250 Sd, F-350 Sd, F-450 Sd, and F-550 Sd vehicles under recall 22V250 because the windshield wiper arms can break and stop the wipers from working. Failed wipers can reduce visibility in certain driving conditions and increase crash risk; dealers will replace the wiper arms free of charge.

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What's wrong?

The windshield wiper arm on these 2020-2022 Ford F-150, Expedition, Super Duty F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, and Navigator vehicles is the metal arm that holds the wiper blade against the glass. Its splined head locks onto the wiper motor shaft, so the motor's turning force moves the blade across the windshield.

On the recalled vehicles, the spline teeth in the wiper arm head were produced below design specification. Worn tooling at the supplier left those teeth too shallow. When the arm is used with higher torque wiper motors, the attachment can strip instead of staying locked in place. Once that connection slips or breaks, the wiper arm loses proper movement and the wipers fail.

Owners can notice erratic or slow wiping from the driver or passenger wiper arm before failure. That change means the arm is no longer moving normally across the windshield.

Who's affected?

Covers Ford and Lincoln truck and SUV lines from 2020-2022, all tied to the passenger-side wiper arm assembly.

2020 Ford Expedition wiper system
2020 Lincoln Navigator wiper system
2021 Ford Expedition wiper system
2021 Lincoln Navigator wiper system
2020 Ford F-550 Sd wiper system
Units affected652,996

The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included.

What's the safety risk?

Inoperative windshield wipers reduce visibility in poor driving conditions and increase the risk of a crash. If a wiper arm moves erratically or slowly, avoid driving in wet weather and schedule the repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Ford dealer.

What should I do?

  1. Check your VIN to confirm your 2020-2022 Ford or Lincoln Expedition, Navigator, F-550 Sd, F-450 Sd, F-250 Sd, F-150, or F-350 Sd is included in this recall.
  2. Contact a franchised Ford dealer to schedule the free replacement of both front windshield wiper arms, which fixes wiper-arm breakage that can leave the wipers inoperative.
  3. Reference recall number 22V250 and Ford recall 22S26 when you call.
  4. Bring the recall notice if Ford mailed one to you.
  5. Avoid driving in rain, snow, or low-visibility conditions until the wiper-arm replacement is complete.

What happens at the repair

At the dealer, a Ford technician replaces both front windshield wiper arms. The replacement parts and labor are free under the recall. Ford's standard reimbursement plan covers eligible owner-paid wiper arm repairs completed before the recall notice, with reimbursement eligibility ending June 6, 2022. If you already paid for this repair, contact Ford customer service or bring documented repair paperwork to the service desk so they can explain the claim process.

ReimbursementReimbursement available

Timeline

April 14, 2022 NHTSA published the recall
April 19, 2022 Dealer notification began
April 19, 2022 Dealer notification ended
May 23, 2022 Interim owner notification (was planned for this date)
October 21, 2022 Owner notification mailed

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 22V250?

Recall 22V250 covers 652,996 2020-2022 Ford and Lincoln vehicles with front windshield wiper arms that can break and stop the wipers from working. Inoperative wipers can reduce visibility in certain driving conditions and increase crash risk. Ford dealers will replace both front wiper arms for free.

What should I do if my 2020-2022 Ford or Lincoln vehicle is on this recall?

Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 22V250. If it is, contact a franchised Ford dealer to schedule replacement of both front windshield wiper arms. Reference Ford recall number 22S26 or NHTSA campaign 22V250 when you call.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Ford dealers will replace both front windshield wiper arms free of charge, including parts and labor, for vehicles included in recall 22V250.

Is it safe to drive with this windshield wiper recall?

The recall does not include a do-not-drive order. The risk is reduced visibility if the front wiper arms break and the wipers stop working, especially in rain, snow, or road spray. If your VIN is included, schedule the free repair promptly.

When were owners notified about recall 22V250?

Ford mailed interim owner letters on May 24, 2022, to explain the safety risk. Ford mailed remedy owner letters on October 21, 2022. The repair is available now, and Ford customer service is listed at 1-866-436-7332.

More information

NHTSA campaign pagenhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/22V250000
Ford customer service1-866-436-7332
NHTSA recall #22V250
NHTSA recall # (full)22V250000

Source documents

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 →