NHTSA Recall 22V791000: Instrument cluster/panel (electrical system) and defroster/defogger/hvac system (visibility)
Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 31,339 vehicles. It affects 2022–2023 Ford Transit.
| NHTSA campaign | 22V791000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 22S65 |
| Components | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL; VISIBILITY › DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM |
| Report received | October 20, 2022 |
| Owner notification | November 11, 2022 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Transit vehicles. The heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning (HVAC) system's controls, including those for defog and defrost, may become inoperative.
Safety risk
Loss of the ability to control the defrost or defog function decreases the driver's visibility under certain driving conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the remote climate control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 11, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S65.
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 22V791000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.