Recall 23V802 affects 18,527 2022 Ford F-150 trucks for flickering parking lights. Repair is free at any franchised Ford dealer.
Ford is recalling 18,527 2022 F-150 vehicles because the parking lights flicker when the headlights are activated, which violates federal lighting requirements. Flickering parking lights can reduce visibility and increase crash risk; Ford dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The LED driver module in the 2022 Ford F-150 controls the power sent to the LED parking lamps. In normal use, it pulses electrical current at a set frequency so the lamps stay lit steadily when the headlights are on. Ford identifies this module as part NC5A-13B626-FB on the affected trucks.
On affected F-150 trucks, the module software runs the parking lamps at 200Hz. At that frequency, the lamp circuit does not have enough capacitor support when voltage is between 2.95 and 3.14 volts and the LED string voltage is greater than 12.5 volts. The result is a visible parking lamp flicker when the headlights are activated. Ford's remedy updates the module software to 400Hz, which lowers the capacitance the circuit needs and lets the lamp operate steadily.
There is no warning sign before failure. The issue shows up as parking lights that flicker with the headlights on.
Who's affected?
| 2022 Ford F-150 | Lighting control module |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 18,527 |
Not every 2022 Ford F-150 pickup is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific pickup is included.
What's the safety risk?
Flickering parking lights reduce the truck's visibility to other drivers and increase the risk of a crash. There is no separate warning sign before the lights flicker, so schedule the software repair soon and use caution in low light. Repair is free at any franchised Ford dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2022 Ford F-150 is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Ford dealer to schedule the free LED driver module software update that fixes the parking-light flicker.
- Bring the recall notice if Ford mailed one, or reference recall number 23V802 when you call.
- Tell the dealer if your truck was covered by recall 22V-686 and still needs the complete headlamp remedy.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete, especially when the headlights are on.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Ford technician updates the LED driver module software so the parking lights operate correctly when the headlights are on. The software update is free under the recall. Vehicles with high series headlamps that had an incomplete repair under recall 22V686, or that have not been repaired yet, need the new remedy completed. Ford's standard reimbursement plan covers documented costs for owners who paid for this recall remedy before owner notification. Bring repair paperwork to the service desk or contact Ford customer service about the claim process.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| November 28, 2023 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| November 29, 2023 | Dealer notification began |
| November 29, 2023 | Dealer notification ended |
| January 14, 2024 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| January 19, 2024 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 23V802?
Recall 23V802 covers 18,527 2022 Ford F-150 vehicles with parking lights that can flicker when the headlights are activated. The issue fails Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 108, and Ford dealers will update the LED driver module software for free.
What should I do if my 2022 Ford F-150 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific truck is included in recall 23V802. If it is, contact a franchised Ford dealer to schedule the LED driver module software update. Reference recall 23V802 or Ford recall number 23C36 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects and compliance defects at no cost. Ford dealers will update the LED driver module software free of charge, including parts and labor, at any franchised Ford dealer.
What is the safety risk from recall 23V802?
The safety risk is reduced visibility. When the headlights are activated, flickering parking lights can make the truck less visible to other drivers, increasing crash risk. Ford's repair updates the LED driver module software to correct the lighting issue.
When were owners notified about recall 23V802?
Ford mailed owner notification letters on January 19, 2024. If you bought the truck used or never received a letter, the VIN check is still the right way to confirm whether your specific 2022 Ford F-150 is included.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/23V802000 |
|---|---|
| Ford customer service | 1-866-436-7332 |
| NHTSA recall # | 23V802 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 23V802000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (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 →