NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V682000
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Potential Number of Units Affected: 16,543
Ford Motor Company has issued a recall affecting certain 2022 F-150 trucks due to a safety issue with parking lights. When the headlights are activated, the parking lights may flicker, significantly reducing visibility and increasing the risk of a crash. This issue violates the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 108, which outlines requirements for lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Summary of the Issue –
- Flickering Parking Lights: When headlights are on, parking lights may flicker.
- Safety Concern: Reduced visibility increases the risk of accidents.
- Regulatory Non-Compliance: Fails to meet FMVSS No. 108 standards.
Ford has identified that this recall affects a total of 16,543 vehicles produced between March 11, 2022, and July 23, 2022. Some vehicles were previously recalled under campaign 22V-686 but did not receive the necessary software update to resolve the flickering issue.
Recall Remedy –
To remedy this issue, Ford will replace the LED Driver module in affected vehicles at no cost to the owners. Notifications will be mailed to vehicle owners by October 7, 2024. For assistance, owners can contact Ford’s customer service at 1-866-436-7332. The specific recall number for this action is 24C30.
Recall Chronology –
The timeline of events related to this recall is as follows:
- June 12, 2024: The issue was identified and brought to Ford’s Critical Concern Group for review.
- July – August 2024: OTA and Ford Diagnostic Service Planning teams analyze service records to identify affected vehicles.
- August 30, 2024: Ford acknowledges 368 reports related to the flickering issue in North America; the first report was logged on April 18, 2024.
- September 6, 2024: Ford’s Field Review Committee reviews the concern and approves a field action to address the problem.
Importantly, Ford has stated that it is not aware of any accidents or injuries related to this flickering light concern.
What to Do Next –
Owners of the 2022 Ford F-150 should watch for the official recall notification in the mail. If drivers notice any flickering of their parking lights when the headlights are on, they should promptly contact their local Ford or Lincoln dealer for assistance.
For additional information, owners can contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 or visit their website at www.nhtsa.gov.This recall emphasizes the importance of vehicle safety and the commitment of manufacturers like Ford to address issues swiftly and ensure the safety of their customers on the road.
