Ford F-150, Maverick +5 more: Brakes

Affects Ford F-150, Maverick, F-250 Super Duty, F-550 Super Duty, F-450 Super Duty, F-350 Super Duty, Expedition · 2021–2022 — about 96K vehicles.

The hazard

Issue: A software problem in the trailer brake controller could cause the trailer brakes not to apply when you brake. Note: This recall only affects vehicles equipped with the optional trailer brake controller. Safety Risk: A loss of trailer brakes could increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: Ford will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealership to update the integrated trailer brake control module software.

What to do

Contact your dealer; the remedy details were not included in the filing.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational