Visibility: windshieldRecall 22V-451 · Ford vehicles
Ford Motor Company recall 22V-451 covers 63,294 Ford vehicles for a visibility: windshield problem, reported to NHTSA on June 24, 2022. The manufacturer's latest report (2025 Q1) shows 58% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 22V451000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 Bronco and Ranger vehicles. The windshield may not have been properly bonded to the vehicle, which could allow it to detach during a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 212, "Windshield Mounting."
The risk
A windshield that separates from a vehicle during a crash can increase the risk of injury.
The fix
Dealers will remove and reinstall the windshield, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 18, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22C12.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
58%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA. 771 vehicles were listed as unreachable.