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Ford F-150 recalls by model year
NHTSA lists 71 recall campaigns across the 2016 to 2020 F-150 model years in our list. Pick a year to see each campaign and the free fix.
| Model year | Campaigns | Most recent part |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 F-150 recalls | 11 | Exterior lighting: headlights |
| 2019 F-150 recalls | 9 | Exterior lighting: headlights |
| 2018 F-150 recalls | 19 | Exterior lighting: headlights |
| 2017 F-150 recalls | 18 | Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel |
| 2016 F-150 recalls | 14 | Power train: automatic transmission |
Parts that come up most
Across these years, the parts named most often in F-150 campaigns are:
- Power train (10 campaigns)
- Engine (10 campaigns)
- Seats (7 campaigns)
- Service brakes, hydraulic (7 campaigns)
- Exterior lighting (6 campaigns)
- Latches/locks/linkages (5 campaigns)
One campaign often covers several model years, so the same recall can appear under more than one year. Your VIN tells you which ones apply to your car.
More: all Ford recalls.
Ford F-150 recall questions
Which Ford F-150 year has the most recalls?
Of the model years we list, the 2018 F-150 has the most, with 19 campaigns. Many campaigns cover several model years, so the same recall can show on more than one page.
Should I avoid a Ford F-150 with recalls?
Not by itself. Recalls are fixed free, and a car with a completed recall is no worse off. Check the VIN of the exact car before you buy.
Source: NHTSA recalls API, checked 2026-10-28. Not a repair shop, estimates only.