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Ford F-150 Recall 23V163: Windshield Wiper Arms May Break, Reducing Visibility

NHTSA campaign 23V163, reported March 10, 2023, 222,454 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Some wiper arms on these trucks may break, causing the windshield wipers to stop working. Without working wipers, the driver may have reduced visibility in rain, snow, or other poor weather, which raises the risk of a crash.

The repair is free. An authorized dealer will inspect the wiper arms and replace them if needed, at no cost to you. Owner notification letters were mailed December 13, 2023. You can also contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332, referencing recall 23S10, which expands a previous recall (22V-250).

Check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls, and schedule the inspection with a dealer as soon as possible.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 23V163Ford Motor Company
Component
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:LINKAGES
Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 F-150 vehicles. The windshield wiper arms may break, causing the windshield wipers to fail.
Risk
Inoperative windshield wipers can reduce visibility in certain conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the wiper arms, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 13, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S10. This recall expands previous recall number 22V-250.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Affected vehicles

Ford F-1502021