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2021 Ford F-150 recall: Exterior lighting: back up lights

NHTSA campaign 25V-348 · May 23, 2025 · Ford Motor Company

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Recall at a glance

Campaign number
25V348000
Reported
May 23, 2025
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Part
Exterior lighting: back up lights
Vehicles affected
About 10

What is wrong

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 F-150 vehicles equipped with the Onboard Scales feature that were repaired incorrectly under recall 24V443. An over-the-air software update to the body control module (BCM) may have disabled both reverse lights.

Safety risk

Inoperative reverse lights may fail to alert others that the vehicle is reversing, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will update the body control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 27, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S57.

Affected models

Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.

Frequently asked questions

Which vehicles are affected by this recall?

Ford F-150 (2021). Check your VIN to confirm.

What is the safety risk?

Inoperative reverse lights may fail to alert others that the vehicle is reversing, increasing the risk of a crash.

What is the fix?

Dealers will update the body control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 27, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S57.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.