Windshield wiper/washer: linkagesRecall 23V-163 · 2021 Ford F-150
Ford Motor Company recall 23V-163 covers 222,454 2021 Ford F-150 for a windshield wiper/washer: linkages problem, reported to NHTSA on March 10, 2023. The manufacturer's latest report (2025 Q3) shows 84% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 23V163000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 F-150 vehicles. The windshield wiper arms may break, causing the windshield wipers to fail.
The risk
Inoperative windshield wipers can reduce visibility in certain conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
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.
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
84%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA. 2,297 vehicles were listed as unreachable.