How many visibility and wiper complaints does the 2020 Ford F-150 have?

NHTSA lists 61 complaints in the Visibility & Wipers area for the 2020 F-150, which is 8% of the 727 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2020 Ford F-150 wipers?

Yes. Recall 22V250000, reported April 14, 2022, covers 2020-2021 F-150 and related Ford/Lincoln vehicles whose front windshield wiper arms may break. Dealers replace both front wiper arms free of charge.

At what mileage do these visibility problems typically show up?

The median mileage at failure for Visibility & Wipers complaints on the 2020 F-150 is 21,000 miles.

Were there any crashes or injuries linked to these complaints?

NHTSA records 0 crashes and 0 fires tied to this complaint area for the 2020 F-150, but 1 injury was reported.

How does 2020 compare to other F-150 model years for this issue?

The 2020 F-150 had 61 Visibility & Wipers complaints (8% share), lower in count than 2010's 171 complaints but a higher share than 2017-2019, which ranged from 3% to 4%.

2020 Ford F-150 Visibility & Wipers Problems

NHTSA lists 61 Visibility & Wipers complaints for the 2020 Ford F-150, 8% of its 727 total complaints. A related recall (22V250000) covers front windshield wiper arms that may break, with median failure mileage at 21,000 for this area.

Visibility & Wipers complaints: 61; 8% of 727
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 1
Median mileage: 21,000 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical visibility and wiper symptoms owners report

Backup camera images fade, distort, or go blank intermittently, sometimes tied to a related camera recall with backordered parts.
Windshield wiper motor fails shortly after purchase, cutting visibility while driving in rain.
Rear window glass spontaneously shatters or cracks while the truck is parked or shortly after the rear defroster is used.
Rear window frame detaches from the glass, causing the glass to fracture.
Backup warning lines and proximity beeper stop functioning, removing distance cues while reversing.

When 2020 Ford F-150 visibility and wiper complaints were filed

First complaint Jun 8, 2020, latest Jan 28, 2026.

61 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jun 2020 to Jan 2026; peak Jan 2023 (5).

Visibility & Wipers recalls for the 2020 Ford F-150

NHTSA 22V250000Apr 14, 2022Visibility & Wipers652,996 vehicles
Visibility:windshield wiper/washer:linkages
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 F-150, Expedition, 2020-2022 Super Duty F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, and 2020-2021 Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The windshield wiper arms may break, causing the windshield wipers to fail.
Risk: Inoperative windshield wipers can reduce visibility in certain driving conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace both front windshield wiper arms, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters, informing owners of the safety risk, were mailed on May 24, 2022. Remedy parts are expected to be available 3rd Quarter 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 21, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S26.

Visibility & Wipers complaints by F-150 model year

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

2005267 (24%)
200618 (3%)
20074 (1%)
20088 (2%)
20095 (2%)
2010171 (20%)
2011129 (6%)
2012114 (6%)
2013177 (6%)
2014128 (8%)
201597 (6%)
2016137 (7%)
201750 (3%)
201881 (4%)
201936 (3%)
202061 (8%)
2021130 (13%)
202246 (8%)
202324 (6%)
20245 (3%)
20255 (5%)

Frequently asked questions

How many visibility and wiper complaints does the 2020 Ford F-150 have?: NHTSA lists 61 complaints in the Visibility & Wipers area for the 2020 F-150, which is 8% of the 727 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2020 Ford F-150 wipers?: Yes. Recall 22V250000, reported April 14, 2022, covers 2020-2021 F-150 and related Ford/Lincoln vehicles whose front windshield wiper arms may break. Dealers replace both front wiper arms free of charge.
At what mileage do these visibility problems typically show up?: The median mileage at failure for Visibility & Wipers complaints on the 2020 F-150 is 21,000 miles.
Were there any crashes or injuries linked to these complaints?: NHTSA records 0 crashes and 0 fires tied to this complaint area for the 2020 F-150, but 1 injury was reported.
How does 2020 compare to other F-150 model years for this issue?: The 2020 F-150 had 61 Visibility & Wipers complaints (8% share), lower in count than 2010's 171 complaints but a higher share than 2017-2019, which ranged from 3% to 4%.