Recall 22V256 affects 23,165 2020 Ford Super Duty trucks for transmission debris that blocks Park. Repair is free at any franchised Ford dealer.
Ford is recalling 23,165 2020 Super Duty F-250 Sd, F-350 Sd, F-450 Sd, and F-550 Sd vehicles with 6.7L diesel engines because a transmission washer can break apart and send metal debris into the Park mechanism. That debris can keep the vehicle from achieving or holding Park, which raises rollaway and crash risk; Ford dealers will complete the free repair.
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What's wrong?
In the 2020 Ford F-250 Sd, F-350 Sd, F-450 Sd, and F-550 Sd with the 6.7L diesel engine, the issue is inside the automatic transmission. The output shaft and planetary carrier # 4, also called the P4 gearset, helps route engine power through the transmission so the truck can move smoothly and hold Park when selected.
On included trucks, a supplier made the P4 carrier with thrust washer pads outside Ford's flatness specification. The thrust washer is a small bearing surface that keeps gear parts separated as they spin. When it breaks down, metal debris can damage the P4 gear teeth and lodge in the mechanical park pawl, the locking part that holds the transmission in Park. That can make the truck hard to keep in Park and can also interrupt power delivery if gear damage progresses.
Owners can notice harsh shifting, grinding, groaning, or popping noises from the transmission. A malfunction indicator light can come on, and the truck can lose motive power depending on how far the gear damage has gone.
Who's affected?
Covers four Ford truck classes from the 2020 model year, all tied to the automatic transmission.
| 2020 Ford F-350 Sd | automatic transmission |
|---|---|
| 2020 Ford F-550 Sd | automatic transmission |
| 2020 Ford F-450 Sd | automatic transmission |
| 2020 Ford F-250 Sd | automatic transmission |
| Units affected | 23,165 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 66 field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
Debris in the Park mechanism can keep the truck from reaching or holding Park, which increases rollaway and crash risk. If you hear grinding, groaning, or popping, feel harsh shifting, see a malfunction light, or lose motive power, park on level ground, set the parking brake, and schedule service soon. Repair is free at any franchised Ford dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2020 Ford F-250 Sd, F-350 Sd, F-450 Sd, or F-550 Sd is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Ford dealer to schedule the free transmission gearset replacement that addresses debris in the Park mechanism.
- Bring the recall notice if Ford mailed one. If not, reference recall number 22V256 when you call.
- Park on level ground and use the parking brake every time until the repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Ford technician replaces a gearset within the transmission so metallic debris from the failed washer cannot lodge in the Park mechanism. The recall repair is free, with parts and labor covered. Ford's standard reimbursement plan covered eligible owner-paid remedy costs before notification, with the reimbursement eligibility period ending on May 27, 2022 or when the parts-available owner letters were mailed. If you paid before that cutoff, ask Ford customer service or the service desk what documentation is needed.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| April 14, 2022 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 19, 2022 | Dealer notification began |
| April 19, 2022 | Dealer notification ended |
| May 30, 2022 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| May 30, 2022 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| April 19, 2023 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 22V256?
Recall 22V256 covers 23,165 2020 Ford F-250 Sd, F-350 Sd, F-450 Sd, and F-550 Sd trucks with 6.7L diesel engines. A washer inside the transmission can break apart, sending debris into the Park mechanism and increasing rollaway and crash risk.
What should I do if my 2020 Ford F-250 Sd, F-350 Sd, F-450 Sd, or F-550 Sd is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific truck is included in recall 22V256. If it is, contact a franchised Ford dealer to schedule the transmission gearset replacement. Reference Ford recall number 22S22 when you call. The dealer repair is free.
Does the recall repair cost anything?
No. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost. Ford dealers will replace the gearset within the transmission free of charge for trucks included in recall 22V256.
Is it safe to drive my 2020 Ford Super Duty before the repair?
The recall does not include a do-not-drive order, but the defect can keep the truck from achieving or holding Park. Until the repair is complete, use extra care when parking and contact a franchised Ford dealer for repair scheduling.
When did Ford notify owners about recall 22V256?
Ford mailed owner notification letters on April 19, 2023. If you bought the truck used or never received a letter, check your VIN to confirm whether your specific 2020 Ford Super Duty is included, then call a franchised Ford dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/22V256000 |
|---|---|
| Ford customer service | 1-866-436-7332 |
| NHTSA recall # | 22V256 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 22V256000 |
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 Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
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