Recall 24V486 affects 4,361 2024 Ford F-150 trucks for improperly bonded windshields. Repair is free at any franchised Ford dealer.
Ford is recalling 4,361 2024 F-150 trucks because the windshield was not properly bonded and can detach during a crash. A detached windshield increases injury risk in a crash, and Ford dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The windshield on the 2024 Ford F-150 is a bonded safety panel that helps close the cab opening and support occupant protection in a crash. It is held to the body with urethane, a strong adhesive bead that seals the glass to the metal frame around the windshield. That bond has to stay attached under crash loads.
On affected trucks, the windshield positioning equipment at the assembly plant placed some glass off location while the urethane bead was applied. That left inadequate adhesion between the windshield and the body structure, especially near the A-pillars, the front roof supports on each side of the windshield. In a crash, the windshield can detach instead of staying bonded to the truck.
Owners can see visible excess urethane sealer on the driver's side exterior A-pillar trim or the interior passenger side A-pillar trim. Wind noise or water leaks are also warning signs that the windshield seal is not right.
Who's affected?
| 2024 Ford F-150 | visibility component |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 4,361 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2024 Ford F-150 pickup truck is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific pickup truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
A windshield that is not bonded correctly can detach during a crash and increase the risk of injury. Watch for excess urethane sealer around the A-pillar trim, wind noise, or water leaks, and schedule the recall repair soon if your VIN is included. Repair is free at any franchised Ford dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2024 Ford F-150 is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Ford dealer to schedule the free windshield removal and reinstallation that corrects the bonding problem.
- Reference recall number 24V486 when you call, and ask whether Ford recall 24C20 appears on the service order.
- Bring the recall notice if Ford mailed one, or bring your VIN and appointment confirmation.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete; a windshield that detaches during a crash can increase injury risk.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Ford technician removes and reinstalls the windshield so it is properly bonded to the 2024 F-150. Parts and labor are covered by the recall, and the repair is available now. Ford's reimbursement plan covers eligible out-of-pocket windshield repairs paid before the recall notice. If you already paid for this repair, bring your receipts or repair documentation to the Ford service desk and ask how to submit a reimbursement claim under the manufacturer's standard reimbursement plan.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| June 28, 2024 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| July 1, 2024 | Dealer notification began |
| July 1, 2024 | Dealer notification ended |
| July 8, 2024 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| July 8, 2024 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| July 10, 2024 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 24V486?
Recall 24V486 covers 4,361 2024 Ford F-150 vehicles with a windshield bonding problem. The windshield was not properly attached on affected trucks, and it can detach during a crash, increasing injury risk. Ford dealers will remove and reinstall the windshield for free.
What should I do if my 2024 Ford F-150 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific truck is included in recall 24V486. If it is, contact a franchised Ford dealer to schedule the windshield removal and reinstallation. Reference Ford recall number 24C20 when you call. The repair is free.
Does the recall repair cost anything?
No. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to fix the defect at no cost, and Ford's remedy confirms dealers will remove and reinstall the windshield free of charge at a franchised Ford dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is injury during a crash. On affected 2024 Ford F-150 trucks, the windshield was not properly bonded to the vehicle. If it detaches in a crash, it can reduce occupant protection and increase injury risk.
What if I bought my Ford F-150 used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law follows the vehicle, not the first owner. If you did not receive Ford's mailed notice from July 10, 2024, check your VIN and reference recall 24V486 or Ford recall number 24C20 when you call the dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/24V486000 |
|---|---|
| Ford customer service | 1-866-436-7332 |
| NHTSA recall # | 24V486 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 24V486000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (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 →