NHTSA Recall 24V443000: Software (electrical system) and back up lights (exterior lighting)
Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 159 vehicles. It affects 2021 Ford F-150.
| NHTSA campaign | 24V443000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 24S38 |
| Components | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › BODY CONTROL MODULE › SOFTWARE; EXTERIOR LIGHTING › BACK UP LIGHTS |
| Report received | June 14, 2024 |
| Owner notification | June 26, 2024 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 F-150 vehicles equipped with the Onboard Scales feature. An over-the-air software update to the body control module (BCM) may have disabled both reverse lights.
Safety risk
Disabled reverse lights cannot alert others that the vehicle is reversing, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the body control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are were mailed June 26, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S38.
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 24V443000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Ford F-150 | 2021 |
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.