Ford recalls 2022 Expedition vehicles with trailer brake software error that may cause trailer not to brake properly, increasing crash risk. Owners must update software free via dealer.
Loss of trailer brake functionality could result in extended stopping distance, increasing the risk of a crash.
Ford is recalling 2022 Expedition vehicles that may have a software error causing towed trailers to not brake properly. This could lead to longer stopping distances and crashes if the trailer isn't functioning correctly.
A software error in the trailer brake control module can cause the trailer to not brake when the vehicle brakes. This creates extended stopping distances, which could lead to crashes if the trailer isn't properly controlled.
Owners of 2022 Ford Expedition vehicles with a towed trailer using electric or electric-over-hydraulic brakes are affected. Those who regularly tow trailers with these systems face the highest risk.
Check if your 2022 Ford Expedition has a towed trailer with electric or electric-over-hydraulic brakes. The recall covers vehicles where owner notification letters were mailed April 22, 2022.
Dealers will update the integrated trailer brake control module software for free.
Call Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 to confirm your vehicle is affected.
Dealers will update the integrated trailer brake control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 22, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S17.
The recall states that a software error may cause the trailer to not brake when the vehicle brakes. This could lead to extended stopping distances and crashes.
Your 2022 Ford Expedition with a towed trailer using electric or electric-over-hydraulic brakes is affected. Owner notification letters were mailed April 22, 2022.
The recall states that loss of trailer brake functionality could result in extended stopping distance, increasing crash risk. However, the remedy does not specify a risk of serious injury.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Ford to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 22V193000 — Ford Ford Hello, I own a Ford that is covered by recall 22V193000 from Ford. The official recall notice states: Dealers will update the integrated trailer brake control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 22, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S17. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
