Recall 25V517 affects 1,278 2022 Ford F-150 trucks with flickering parking lights after prior repair. Free repair at any franchised Ford dealer.
Ford is recalling 1,278 2022 F-150 trucks that were repaired incorrectly under an earlier lighting recall. The parking lights can flicker when the headlights are on, reducing visibility and increasing crash risk; the Ford dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The LED driver module on the 2022 Ford F-150 controls power to parts of the exterior lighting system. It works with the lighting software so the parking lights and headlights get the right signal and stay steady when the driver turns them on.
Recall 25V517 involves trucks that were already repaired under recall 22V686, but the repair did not put the correct LED driver module hardware and/or software in place. Ford says the service tool uploaded the wrong software on affected trucks. As a result, the parking lights can flicker when the headlights are activated, which means the truck still has the lighting compliance problem the earlier recall was meant to fix.
There is no warning sign before failure. The symptom an owner is most likely to notice is the parking lights flickering after the headlights are turned on.
Who's affected?
| 2022 Ford F-150 | Lighting control module |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 1,278 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
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?
Flickering parking lights reduce visibility and increase the risk of a crash. There is no warning sign before the parking lights flicker, so take visible flicker seriously and schedule the recall repair soon. Repair will be free at any franchised Ford dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2022 Ford F-150 is included in this recall.
- Look for Ford's owner letter mailed September 12, 2025, or ask Ford customer service if you did not receive it.
- Contact a franchised Ford dealer to ask when the free LED control module replacement and software update is open for your VIN.
- Reference recall number 25V517 and Ford recall 25C37 when you call.
- Use extra care at night until the repair is complete because the parking lights can flicker when the headlights are on.
What happens at the repair
The listed repair is a replacement light emitting diode control module and a software update. Once Ford opens the dealer repair for scheduling, a Ford technician will install the replacement module and update the vehicle software. Parts and labor are covered under the recall. Ford uses its standard reimbursement plan for eligible out-of-pocket repairs paid before the recall notice. Keep repair paperwork and ask Ford customer service or the dealer service desk how to submit documentation.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| August 8, 2025 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| September 12, 2025 | Owner notification mailed |
| September 15, 2025 | Dealer notification began |
| September 15, 2025 | Dealer notification ended |
| September 15, 2025 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 25V517?
Recall 25V517 covers 1,278 2022 Ford F-150 vehicles that were repaired incorrectly under recall 22V686. The parking lights can flicker when the headlights are on, which can reduce visibility and increase crash risk. Ford dealers will replace the light emitting diode control module and update the 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 25V517. If it is, contact a franchised Ford dealer to schedule the light emitting diode control module replacement and software update. Reference Ford recall number 25C37 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Ford says dealers will replace the light emitting diode control module and update the software free of charge. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost at a franchised Ford dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is reduced visibility from flickering parking lights. Ford reported that the parking lights can flicker when the headlights are activated, which can make the truck harder to see and increase the risk of a crash.
What if I bought my Ford F-150 used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall eligibility follows the VIN, not the original owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific 2022 Ford F-150 is included, then call a franchised Ford dealer and reference Ford recall number 25C37.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/25V517000 |
|---|---|
| Ford customer service | 1-866-436-7332 |
| NHTSA recall # | 25V517 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 25V517000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 19, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →