How common are wiper problems in the 2021 Ford F-150 Hybrid?

NHTSA lists 15 Visibility & Wipers complaints for the 2021 F-150 Hybrid, making up 6% of its 257 total complaints that year, the highest share among the model years shown in this data.

Is there a recall for the 2021 F-150 Hybrid wiper motor?

Owners reference NHTSA Campaign Numbers 22V142000 and 23V163000 related to visibility issues in their complaints, though the JSON's related_recalls field for this specific listing shows none tied directly to it.

At what mileage do wiper failures typically show up?

The median mileage at failure for Visibility & Wipers complaints on the 2021 F-150 Hybrid is 33,000 miles.

Did the wiper issue cause any crashes or injuries?

No. NHTSA data shows 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries linked to Visibility & Wipers complaints for the 2021 F-150 Hybrid.

Do other F-150 Hybrid model years have fewer wiper complaints?

Yes. Later years show fewer raw complaints in this area: 5 in 2022, 4 in 2023, 3 in 2024, and 2 in 2025, though their share of total complaints varies.

2021 Ford F-150 Hybrid Visibility & Wipers Problems

The 2021 Ford F-150 Hybrid logged 15 Visibility & Wipers complaints, 6% of its 257 total complaints for the year, the highest share of any model year in this data. Owners mainly reported windshield wiper motor failures, with a median failure mileage of 33,000 miles. No crashes, fires, or injuries were tied to this area, though owners referenced recall-related delays.

Visibility & Wipers complaints: 15; 6% of 257 complaints
All complaints this year: 257
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 33,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical visibility and wiper symptoms owners report

Windshield wipers stop operating entirely with no warning light, later diagnosed by dealers as a faulty wiper motor needing replacement.
Wipers and windshield washer fluid sprayer both become inoperable at the same time, often noticed when clearing ice or slush.
The driver's side wiper detaches from the arm while parked or driving, repeated after multiple dealer repairs.
Owners describe recall parts for the wiper motor issue (NHTSA Campaigns 22V142000 and 23V163000) being unavailable for extended periods, leaving the defect unrepaired.
One owner reported the panoramic sunroof panel shattering while driving on a smooth highway with no debris or obstacles nearby.

When 2021 Ford F-150 Hybrid visibility and wiper complaints were filed

First complaint Jun 27, 2022, latest Mar 13, 2025.

15 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jun 2022 to Mar 2025; peak Sep 2022 (2).

Visibility & Wipers recalls for the 2021 Ford F-150 Hybrid

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Visibility & Wipers complaints by F-150 Hybrid model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

202115 (6%)
20225 (2%)
20234 (4%)
20243 (9%)
20252 (11%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are wiper problems in the 2021 Ford F-150 Hybrid?: NHTSA lists 15 Visibility & Wipers complaints for the 2021 F-150 Hybrid, making up 6% of its 257 total complaints that year, the highest share among the model years shown in this data.
Is there a recall for the 2021 F-150 Hybrid wiper motor?: Owners reference NHTSA Campaign Numbers 22V142000 and 23V163000 related to visibility issues in their complaints, though the JSON's related_recalls field for this specific listing shows none tied directly to it.
At what mileage do wiper failures typically show up?: The median mileage at failure for Visibility & Wipers complaints on the 2021 F-150 Hybrid is 33,000 miles.
Did the wiper issue cause any crashes or injuries?: No. NHTSA data shows 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries linked to Visibility & Wipers complaints for the 2021 F-150 Hybrid.
Do other F-150 Hybrid model years have fewer wiper complaints?: Yes. Later years show fewer raw complaints in this area: 5 in 2022, 4 in 2023, 3 in 2024, and 2 in 2025, though their share of total complaints varies.