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2020 Ford F-150 recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2020 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns: 11
Park-it warnings: 0
Complaints: 556
Latest campaign: Jun 9, 2026

Recall summary by component11

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 20V575000
Electrical system	2	Aug 10, 2020	20V467000 19V805000
Equipment	1	Nov 8, 2024	24V852000
Visibility	1	Apr 14, 2022	22V250000
Power train	1	Apr 3, 2020	20V197000
Tires	1	Dec 18, 2019	19V903000
Seats	1	Aug 28, 2019	19V633000

Safety recalls11

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, 202222V250000	Visibility: windshield wiper/washer linkages Inoperative windshield wipers can reduce visibility in certain driving conditions, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 22V250000 What's wrong Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 F-150, Expedition, 2020-2022 Super Duty F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, and 2020-2021 Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The windshield wiper arms may break, causing the windshield wipers to fail. Risk Inoperative windshield wipers can reduce visibility in certain driving conditions, increasing the risk of a crash. Remedy Dealers will replace both front windshield wiper arms, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters, informing owners of the safety risk, were mailed on May 24, 2022. Remedy parts are expected to be available 3rd Quarter 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 21, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S26. Campaign NHTSA 22V250000 · Apr 14, 2022
Sep 23, 202020V575000	Back over prevention: sensing system camera Reduced rearward visibility can increase the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 20V575000 What's wrong Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Ford F-150, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, Explorer, Mustang, Transit, Expedition, Escape, Ranger and Edge, and Lincoln Nautilus and Corsair 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 (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility." Risk Reduced rearward visibility can increase the risk of a crash. Remedy Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. The recall began November 17, 2020. Remedy became available on February 1, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 1, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20C19. Campaign NHTSA 20V575000 · Sep 23, 2020
Aug 10, 202020V467000	Electrical system: starter assembly Electrical arcing can increase the risk of a fire. DetailsHide details for campaign 20V467000 What's wrong Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 F-150 vehicles. An incorrect attachment nut may have been used to attach the battery positive (B+) power supply cable to the starter motor, possibly affecting the electrical conductivity, resulting in excess heat and electrical arcing. Risk Electrical arcing can increase the risk of a fire. Remedy Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the starter motor B+ power supply attachment nut, free of charge. The recall began August 25, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S40. Campaign NHTSA 20V467000 · Aug 10, 2020

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 component556

NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h

556Complaints filed

19Involving a crash

4Involving a fire

17Injuries reported

Component	Complaints	%	Crashes	Fires	Injuries
Power train	239	43	6	1	2
Engine	102	18	0	3	2
Electrical system	71	13	1	1	1
Unknown or other	64	12	3	1	3
Visibility	38	7	0	0	1
Visibility/wiper	21	4	0	0	0
Forward collision avoidance	21	4	2	0	0
Structure	19	3	2	0	2
Service brakes	18	3	6	0	1
Back over prevention	13	2	0	0	0
Vehicle speed control	12	2	2	0	0
Engine and engine cooling	11	2	0	0	0
Latches/locks/linkages	10	2	0	0	0
Fuel/propulsion system	10	2	0	0	0
Air bags	10	2	6	0	9

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

Service brakes
“I put my truck in reverse to get out of a driveway and it kept going and accelerating...the brakes did not work. I ended up goign through a fence at the end of the street and into a shed and my truck finally stopped.”
Filed 10/12/2026 · ODI 11770514
Engine and engine cooling
“The contact owns a 2020 Ford F-150. The contact stated that after the check engine warning light illuminated on two occasions, the vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the catalytic converters were replaced under…”
Filed 10/08/2026 · ODI 11769954
Power train
“I am writing to formally report a severe and dangerous safety defect regarding the 10R80 10-speed automatic transmission in my 2020 Ford F-150.”
Filed 10/07/2026 · ODI 11769693

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2020 Ford F-150 recall questions

How many recalls does the 2020 Ford F-150 have?

NHTSA lists 11 safety recall campaigns for the 2020 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 2020 Ford F-150 recalls for?

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

What is the most common complaint about the 2020 Ford F-150?

Power train is the most-reported component, named in 239 complaints out of 556 filed with NHTSA (43%). Across all complaints, owners reported 19 crashs and 4 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2020 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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Recall summary by component11

Safety recalls11

Exterior lighting: headlights

Back over prevention: software

Equipment: other labels

Visibility: windshield wiper/washer linkages

Back over prevention: sensing system camera

Electrical system: starter assembly