Canada2021–2026 Ford F-150 light trucks with an integrated trailer module (installed before delivery or purchased from a dealer as an aftermarket accessory) are affected; owners may see a “Trailer brake module fault” message and rapid turn signal flashing. A software problem with the integrated trailer module may cause trailer lights to not work when towing and may also cause trailer brakes to not work. Ford will notify owners by mail and advise taking the vehicle to a dealership to update the ITRM software.
How to identify it
2021–2026 Ford F-150
The hazard
This recall is for certain integrated trailer modules that were installed before delivery or purchased from a dealer as an aftermarket accessory.
On certain vehicles, a software problem with the integrated trailer module (ITRM) may cause the trailer lights not to work when towing. This problem could also cause the trailer brakes not to work on certain vehicles.
Note: This problem would cause a "Trailer brake module fault" message to be displayed and turn signal telltale to flash rapidly.
Trailer lights that don't work could make the vehicle less visible and cause following drivers not to recognize that the vehicle is braking or intends to turn or change lanes. These issues could increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, a loss of trailer brakes could increase the risk of a crash.
What to do
Ford will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to update the ITRM software.
The official notice
This page is a summary of the notice published by Transport Canada, collected from Health Canada, CFIA and Transport Canada. Check the original before you act on it.
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