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2019 Ford F-150 recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2019 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns: 9
Park-it warnings: 0
Complaints: 1,014
Latest campaign: Jun 9, 2026

Recall summary by component9

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h

Component	Campaigns	Latest	Campaign IDs
Exterior lighting	2	Jun 9, 2026	26V373000 20V097000
Back over prevention	2	Jun 27, 2025	25V442000 22V252000
Engine	2	Apr 8, 2019	19V278000 18V894000
Equipment	1	Nov 8, 2024	24V852000
Electrical system	1	Nov 12, 2019	19V805000
Seats	1	Aug 28, 2019	19V633000

Safety recalls9

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h

0Park-it warnings

0Fixable over the air

Jun 9, 2026Latest campaign


Jun 9, 202626V373000	Exterior lighting: headlights Daytime Running Lamps that do not dim may reduce the visibility of other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 26V373000 What's wrong Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2020 F-150 vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 20V097. When the headlight switch is turned from "Autolamps" to "Headlamps On," the Daytime Running Lamps (DRLs) may remain fully bright instead of dimming to parking lamps as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices and Associated Equipment." Risk Daytime Running Lamps that do not dim may reduce the visibility of other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash. Remedy ,Dealers will reprogram the body control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 17, 2026. Owners may contact customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C28. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 6, 2026. Campaign NHTSA 26V373000 · Jun 9, 2026
Jun 27, 202525V442000	Back over prevention: software A rearview camera that displays a blank image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle. DetailsHide details for campaign 25V442000 What's wrong Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Transit Connect, 2019-2020 MKZ, MKX, Edge, Continental, F-150, Nautilus, Fusion, 2019-2023 Ranger, Mustang, 2020-2021 EcoSport, Expedition, Navigator, 2020-2022 Escape, F-250 SD, Corsair, 2020-2023 Aviator, Transit, 2020-2024 Explorer, 2021-2024 Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera to display a blank image, or the image may remain on the display after the backing event has ended. Risk A rearview camera that displays a blank image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle. A rearview image that continues to be displayed after the vehicle is shifted out of reverse may distract the driver. Both of these situations can increase the risk of a crash. Remedy Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 4, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S72. Campaign NHTSA 25V442000 · Jun 27, 2025
Nov 8, 202424V852000	Equipment: other labels Without a label that shows the proper restraint usage guidelines, the occupants may have an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 24V852000 What's wrong Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, 2020-2024 Escape, Lincoln Corsair, 2018-2024 F-150, Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The air bag warning label may be missing from the dashboard. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirement Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection." Risk Without a label that shows the proper restraint usage guidelines, the occupants may have an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash. Remedy Ford will mail owners the warning labels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 19, 2024. Owners may call Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24C39. Campaign NHTSA 24V852000 · Nov 8, 2024
Apr 14, 202222V252000	Back over prevention: sensing system camera A rearview camera that displays a blank or distorted image can reduce the drivers view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 22V252000 What's wrong Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019 F-150, Super Duty F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 vehicles. Due to a poor electrical connection, the rearview camera may intermittently display a blank or distorted image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility." Risk A rearview camera that displays a blank or distorted image can reduce the drivers view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. Remedy Dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 2, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20C19. Campaign NHTSA 22V252000 · Apr 14, 2022
Feb 21, 202020V097000	Exterior lighting: headlights DRL that cannot dim may reduce the visibility of other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 20V097000 What's wrong Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2020 F-150 trucks equipped with high series LED headlamps with Autolamp (On/Off) functionality. The Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) may remain activated instead of dimming to parking lamps when the Master Lighting Switch (MLS) is manually rotated from the "Autolamps" switch position to "Headlamps On." As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices and Associated Equipment." Risk DRL that cannot dim may reduce the visibility of other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash. Remedy Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the body control module, free of charge. The recall began March 10, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20C03. Campaign NHTSA 20V097000 · Feb 21, 2020
Nov 12, 201919V805000	Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery cables Inoperative vehicle systems or an engine stall can increase the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 19V805000 What's wrong Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019-2020 F-150 vehicles. The fastener securing the Power Distribution Box (PDB) 12V cable and Battery Monitoring System (BMS) eyelets to the positive battery terminal may loosen and affect the vehicle's systems such as instrument panel displays and braking or steering assist. The engine could also stall. Risk Inoperative vehicle systems or an engine stall can increase the risk of a crash. Reduced braking and steering efforts increases the risk of a crash. This condition could also create a resistive short, increasing the risk of a fire. Remedy Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the positive battery cable/BMS/PDB joint for excess sealant adhesive and remove any excessive adhesive, reassemble the joint, and retorque the fastener, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 25, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S40. Campaign NHTSA 19V805000 · Nov 12, 2019

To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Ford recall lookup. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer (federal law; see limits).

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Owner complaints by component1,014

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1,014Complaints filed

14Involving a crash

5Involving a fire

21Injuries reported

Component	Complaints	%	Crashes	Fires	Injuries
Power train	518	51	2	0	1
Engine	256	25	0	1	1
Unknown or other	98	10	3	1	5
Electrical system	82	8	0	3	1
Engine and engine cooling	54	5	0	0	0
Back over prevention	42	4	0	0	0
Structure	30	3	0	1	0
Vehicle speed control	30	3	1	0	6
Forward collision avoidance	28	3	5	1	8
Service brakes	20	2	2	0	0
Air bags	20	2	7	0	15
Steering	19	2	1	0	1
Visibility/wiper	19	2	0	0	0
Fuel/propulsion system	16	2	0	0	0
Visibility	12	1	0	0	0

15 more components with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number, merged from NHTSA model names F-150, F-150 Regular Cab, F-150 Super Crew, F-150 Super Crew Diesel, F-150 Supercab, F-150 Supercab Diesel.

Latest reports

Forward collision avoidance
“Driving on two lane road, approximatly 45-55 mph, collision warning on dash and audiable message to avoid impending accident. There was no obstruction in the road. Has happened two times in the past 4 months.”
Filed 10/14/2026 · ODI 11771031
Unknown or other
“No warning lights came on! Started in September and now October 14 2026.hard engagement from 1st gear to 3rd skipping 2nd gear most of time! But in other modes like tow haul wasn't as bad!”
Filed 10/14/2026 · ODI 11771062
Power train
“Transmission shudders while accelerating and is prone to overheating seemingly sporadically.”
Filed 10/13/2026 · ODI 11770981

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2019 Ford F-150 recall questions

How many recalls does the 2019 Ford F-150 have?

NHTSA lists 9 safety recall campaigns for the 2019 Ford F-150. The most recent, 26V373000 (reported June 9, 2026), concerns exterior lighting. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.

What are the 2019 Ford F-150 recalls for?

The largest group is exterior lighting, with 2 campaigns. Others: back over prevention (2), engine (2), equipment (1). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.

What is the most common complaint about the 2019 Ford F-150?

Power train is the most-reported component, named in 518 complaints out of 1,014 filed with NHTSA (51%). Across all complaints, owners reported 14 crashs and 5 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2019 Ford F-150?

Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Ford recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Ford dealer.

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