Recall 25V731 covers 14,843 2022-2023 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV trucks for rear lightbar moisture. Repair will be free at any franchised Ford dealer once available.
Ford is recalling 14,843 2022-2023 F-150 Lightning BEV pickups previously repaired under recall 23V418 because the rear lightbar lens can have microcracks that let moisture in. That moisture can make the reverse lights flicker or stop working, reducing warning to nearby drivers when the truck is reversing; the Ford dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The rear lightbar on the 2022-2023 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV is the full-width lighting assembly across the tailgate. It houses the reverse lamps, which tell people behind the truck that it is backing up. The outer lens is supposed to seal the lighting components from water.
On affected trucks, the problem starts with an earlier recall repair. During the 23S30 repair, the original six metal fasteners were supposed to be replaced with plastic pushpins. If the metal fasteners stayed in place, they can transfer stress into the new lightbar lens and create microcracks.
Those cracks let moisture collect inside the lightbar. Over time, water inside the assembly can leave the reverse lights flickering or not working. Owners can notice water droplets inside the lightbar outer lens before the lighting problem shows up.
Who's affected?
Both model years involve the same tailgate backup and tail lamp assembly.
| 2023 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV | Exterior lighting |
|---|---|
| 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV | Exterior lighting |
| Units affected | 14,843 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific pickup truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
Inoperative or flickering reverse lights can fail to alert people behind the truck that it is backing up, increasing the risk of injury or crash. Water droplets in the outer lightbar lens are a warning sign to take seriously. Use extra care when reversing and contact a Ford dealer about the recall. Repair will be free at any franchised Ford dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2022-2023 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV is included in this recall.
- Watch for Ford's final owner letter before scheduling the dealer repair.
- Contact a franchised Ford dealer after that letter arrives to schedule the free rear lightbar inspection and replacement, which fixes moisture-related reverse-light flicker or outage.
- Tell the dealer this is recall number 25V731 and that the truck was previously repaired under recall 23V418.
- Use extra caution when reversing until the repair is complete, because the reverse lights can be inoperative or flicker.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Ford technician will inspect the rear lightbar, replace the lightbar if moisture damage or lens cracking requires it, and replace related fasteners as needed. Because the final remedy is not marked available in the source data, schedule the dealer repair only after Ford opens it. The final repair will be free under the recall, with parts and labor covered. Ford uses its standard reimbursement plan for this recall. If you've already paid for a related rear lightbar repair, keep your repair paperwork and ask Ford customer service or the dealer how to submit documented expenses.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| October 24, 2025 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| October 29, 2025 | Dealer notification began |
| October 29, 2025 | Dealer notification ended |
| October 29, 2025 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| November 3, 2025 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 25V731?
Recall 25V731 covers 14,843 2022-2023 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV trucks previously repaired under recall 23V418. The rear lightbar lens can have microcracks that let moisture in, causing reverse lights to flicker or stop working. Ford dealers will inspect and replace the lightbar and fasteners for free.
What should I do if my 2022-2023 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific truck is included in recall 25V731. If it is, contact a franchised Ford dealer and reference Ford recall number 25SB6. The dealer will inspect the rear lightbar and replace the lightbar and fasteners as needed for free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Ford says dealers will inspect and replace the rear lightbar and fasteners as needed free of charge. Use Ford recall number 25SB6 when you call the dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is that inoperative or flickering reverse lights fail to alert others that the truck is backing up. That increases the risk of injury or crash. If your VIN is included, schedule the free Ford dealer inspection and repair.
What warning signs should I watch for?
Watch for reverse lights that flicker or do not work. The defect involves microcracks in the rear lightbar outer lens that allow moisture to accumulate. If you see that behavior, call a Ford dealer and reference recall 25V731 or Ford recall number 25SB6.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/25V731000 |
|---|---|
| Ford customer service | 1-866-436-7332 |
| NHTSA recall # | 25V731 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 25V731000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (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 →