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2025 Ford F-150 recalls & problems

The 2025 Ford F-150 has 14 safety recalls and 109 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is power train (26 complaints).

Recalls14safety recalls
Complaints109filed by owners
Crashes · fires6 · 4reported in complaints
NHTSA overall5 ★crash-test stars
2025 Ford F-150 in an NHTSA crash test
NHTSA crash test

Safety recalls

SeatsOct 6, 2026

Seats

Recall 26V6550002,276 vehicles

Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2027 F-150 vehicles. The front seats may have been improperly secured to the vehicle.
Risk
An improperly secured seat may not adequately restrain the seat occupant, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Fix
Dealers will inspect and tighten, or replace the front seat bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 16, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S74. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on October 9, 2026.
Fuel system, gasolineSep 9, 2026

Storage › Tank assembly › Mounting

Recall 26V578000223,472 vehicles

Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023-2027 F-150 vehicles. The fuel tank may be improperly secured and leak fuel, or detach from the vehicle while driving.
Risk
A detached tank can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, a fuel leak can cause an engine stall or increase the risk of a fire.
Fix
Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel tank straps, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 21, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S69. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 14, 2026.
Exterior lightingFeb 20, 2026

Tail lights

Recall 26V1040004,381,878 vehiclesopened after NHTSA action (ODI)

Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2026 F-150, 2022-2026 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, Maverick, 2024-2026 Ranger, 2023-2026 F-600 SD, 2022-2027 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, and 2026 E-Transit vehicles. When towing a trailer, the integrated trailer module (ITRM) may lose communication with the vehicle, possibly causing a loss of brake and turn signal lights, or a loss of brake function. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, " Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk
Trailer lights or brakes that do not function can reduce the driver’s ability to control the trailer and decrease the trailers visibility to other road users, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
The integrated trailer module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 25, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C10. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning March 17, 2026.

Components: Exterior lighting › Tail lights; Electrical system › Integrated trailer brake control

Service brakes, hydraulicDec 1, 2025

Power assist › Electric › Control module

Recall 25V823000679 vehicles

Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Lincoln Navigator, F-150, Expedition, Bronco, and Ranger vehicles. The Electronic Brake Booster (EBB) module may malfunction while driving or when the driver is utilizing an Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) feature, resulting in a loss of power brake assist.
Risk
An unexpected loss of power brake assist while driving can extend stopping distance and increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, a loss of power brake assist while ADAS features are engaged can result in the vehicle not braking as expected, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
Dealers will replace the electronic brake booster, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 26, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SD4. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 3, 2025.
Electrical systemAug 22, 2025

Instrument cluster/panel

Recall 25V540000355,656 vehicles

Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2026 F-550 SD, F-450 SD, F-350 SD, F-250 SD, and 2025 F-150 vehicles. The Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) may fail at startup.
Risk
An instrument panel display that does not show critical information, such as warning lights or vehicle speed, increases the risk of a crash.
Fix
The instrument panel cluster software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 5, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S88.
Power trainAug 8, 2025

Axle hubs

Recall 25V512000103,174 vehiclesopened after NHTSA action (ODI)

Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023-2025 F-150 vehicles equipped with the Trailer Tow Max Duty package and a 9.75-inch heavy duty axle with a 3/4 float axle design. The rear axle hub bolt may fatigue and break, which can result in damage to the axle hub splines.
Risk
Damaged axle hub splines can result in a vehicle rollaway when in park without the parking brake applied or cause a loss of drive power. Either of these conditions can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix
Dealers will replace the left and right rear axle shaft assemblies, free of charge. This is a phased recall. Ford owners will receive letters in multiple phases, beginning August 2025 through Winter 2025. Phase 1 will include 2023 F-150 model year vehicles. Phase 2 will include 2025 F-150 model year vehicles and Phase 3 will include 2024 F-150 model year vehicles. Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed August 22, 2025. Owner notification letters were mailed August 22, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S82. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 23V896.
Service brakes, hydraulicJul 25, 2025

Power assist › Electric › Control module › Software

Recall 25V488000312,120 vehicles

Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Lincoln Navigator, F-150, Expedition, Bronco, and Ranger vehicles. The Electronic Brake Booster (EBB) module may malfunction while driving or when the driver is utilizing an Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) feature, resulting in a loss of power brake assist.
Risk
An unexpected loss of power brake assist while driving can extend stopping distance and increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, a loss of power brake assist while ADAS features are engaged can result in the vehicle not braking as expected, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
The EBB module software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 22, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S77.
Engine and engine coolingJun 13, 2025

Cooling system › Hoses/lines/piping/fittings

Recall 25V39800040 vehicles

Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 F-150 trucks. Contact with the engine coolant hose may chafe the engine wire harness or cause a pull out of the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) connector pins, causing the engine to stall.
Risk
An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
Fix
Dealers will inspect, replace the engine wire harness as necessary, and relocate the engine coolant hose, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 12, 2025. The parts are anticipated to be available the third quarter of 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S63.

Components: Engine and engine cooling › Cooling system › Hoses/lines/piping/fittings; Electrical system › Wiring

Engine and engine coolingJun 13, 2025

Engine › Hard parts internal/mechanical

Recall 25V344000156 vehicles

Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Transit, F-150, and Explorer vehicles. The connecting rod and rod bearing components may have manufacturing defects that can lead to engine damage and engine failure.
Risk
A damaged engine can result in engine failure and a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
Dealers will inspect the connecting rods and replace the engine long block assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 15, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S55.
SteeringMay 9, 2025

Steering

Recall 25V3090009,181 vehicles

Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 F-150 vehicles. The lower intermediate shaft fasteners may be improperly attached to the steering gear, allowing the shaft to come loose or detach.
Risk
A lower intermediate shaft that detaches can result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
Dealers will inspect and replace the lower intermediate shaft fasteners as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 30, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S46.
EquipmentApr 23, 2025

Other › Labels

Recall 25V271000326 vehicles

Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 F-150 vehicles. The air bag warning label may be missing from the dashboard. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Risk
A missing air bag warning label will not warn occupants about the risks of air bag deployment, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Fix
Ford will mail owners the warning labels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 7, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C12.
Engine and engine coolingMar 28, 2025

Engine › Oil/lubrication

Recall 25V1980004,356 vehiclesopened after NHTSA action (ODI)

Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 F-150, Expedition, and 2024 Lincoln Navigator vehicles equipped with 3.5L GTDI engines. The engine may have a misaligned engine cup plug, which can result in a rapid oil leak.
Risk
A rapid oil leak can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, an oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix
Dealers will inspect the engine cup plug alignment, and replace the plug if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 22, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S30.
Power trainMar 14, 2025

Automatic transmission › Fluid/lubricant › Valves/valve body

Recall 25V164000269 vehicles

Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 F-150, Bronco, 2024 Ranger, 2025 Mustang, Explorer, and Aviator vehicles. The transmission valve body may have been machined incorrectly, which can cause reverse gear failure, or unexpected forward movement in reverse or neutral gear.
Risk
Unexpected vehicle movement increases the risk of a crash.
Fix
Dealers will replace the transmission main control valve body, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 11, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S19.
Engine and engine coolingDec 20, 2024

Engine › Oil/lubrication

Recall 24V8510002,490 vehicles

Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 F-150, 2024 Expedition and 2024 Lincoln Navigator vehicles equipped with a 3.5L GTDI engine. The engines may have a misaligned engine cup plug, which can result in a rapid oil leak.
Risk
A rapid oil leak can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, an oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix
Dealers will inspect the engine cup plug alignment, and replace the plug if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 23, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S70.

Recall repairs are free at any authorised dealer. A recall listed here may already have been fixed on a particular car: enter its 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see open recalls.

Crash test ratings

2025 Ford F-150 (Regular Cab) Gas PU/RC 4WD

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Rollover risk19.1%

Forward collision warning: Standard & Optional · Lane departure warning: Standard

2025 Ford F-150 (Regular Cab) Gas PU/RC RWD

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Rollover risk16.4%

Forward collision warning: Standard & Optional · Lane departure warning: Standard

2025 Ford F-150 (Super Cab) Gas PU/EC 4WD

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Rollover risk19.1%

Forward collision warning: Standard & Optional · Lane departure warning: Standard

2025 Ford F-150 (Super Cab) Gas PU/EC RWD

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Rollover risk16.4%

Forward collision warning: Standard & Optional · Lane departure warning: Standard

2025 Ford F-150 (Super Crew) Gas PU/CC 4WD

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Rollover risk19.1%

Forward collision warning: Standard & Optional · Lane departure warning: Standard

2025 Ford F-150 (Super Crew) Gas PU/CC RWD

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Rollover risk16.4%

Forward collision warning: Standard & Optional · Lane departure warning: Standard

2025 Ford F-150 (Super Crew) HEV PU/CC 4WD

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★

Forward collision warning: Standard & Optional · Lane departure warning: Standard

2025 Ford F-150 (Super Crew) Lightning BEV PU/CC 4WD

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Rollover risk12.7%

Forward collision warning: Standard & Optional · Lane departure warning: Standard

2025 Ford F-150 NHTSA side crash test
NHTSA side barrier crash test
2025 Ford F-150 NHTSA side pole crash test
NHTSA side pole crash test

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (New Car Assessment Program). Ratings are comparable only between vehicles of similar size and weight, and ratings from 2011 on use tougher tests than earlier years. Photos: NHTSA.

Range & efficiency

F-150 Lightning 4WD ER2 EV

300mi range
Efficiency47 kWh/100 mi
MPGe city / hwy / comb79 / 65 / 72
Charge time (240 V)13.7 h

Automatic (A1) · 4-Wheel Drive · about $1,050/year to charge

F-150 Lightning 4WD ER1 EV

320mi range
Efficiency47.9 kWh/100 mi
MPGe city / hwy / comb78 / 63 / 70
Charge time (240 V)14.6 h

Automatic (A1) · All-Wheel Drive · about $1,100/year to charge

F-150 Lightning 4WD PRO ER1 EV

320mi range
Efficiency47.9 kWh/100 mi
MPGe city / hwy / comb78 / 63 / 70
Charge time (240 V)10.1 h

Automatic (A1) · All-Wheel Drive · about $1,100/year to charge

F-150 Lightning 4WD SR EV

240mi range
Efficiency49.4 kWh/100 mi
MPGe city / hwy / comb76 / 61 / 68
Charge time (240 V)11.9 h

Automatic (A1) · All-Wheel Drive · about $1,100/year to charge

F-150 Lightning Platinum 4WD EV

300mi range
Efficiency50.7 kWh/100 mi
MPGe city / hwy / comb73 / 60 / 66
Charge time (240 V)14.6 h

Automatic (A1) · All-Wheel Drive · about $1,150/year to charge

F150 Pickup 4WD HEV Hybrid

23mpg combined
City / highway22 / 24 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

3.5 L · 6 cyl · Automatic (S10) · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive · about $2,900/year to fuel

F150 Pickup 2WD

21mpg combined
City / highway19 / 25 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

2.7 L · 6 cyl · Automatic (S10) · Rear-Wheel Drive · about $3,200/year to fuel

F150 Pickup 2WD

20mpg combined
City / highway17 / 25 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

3.5 L · 6 cyl · Automatic (S10) · Rear-Wheel Drive · about $3,350/year to fuel

F150 Pickup 4WD

20mpg combined
City / highway18 / 23 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

2.7 L · 6 cyl · Automatic (S10) · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive · about $3,350/year to fuel

F150 Pickup 2WD

19mpg combined
City / highway16 / 24 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

5 L · 8 cyl · Automatic (S10) · Rear-Wheel Drive · about $3,550/year to fuel

F150 Pickup 4WD

19mpg combined
City / highway16 / 24 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

3.5 L · 6 cyl · Automatic (S10) · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive · about $3,550/year to fuel

F150 Pickup 4WD

19mpg combined
City / highway16 / 24 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

5 L · 8 cyl · Automatic (S10) · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive · about $3,550/year to fuel

EPA estimates from fueleconomy.gov for each engine and transmission sold. Annual cost is the EPA's estimate for 15,000 miles a year at its current fuel and electricity price assumptions. Your results will vary.

What owners report

Problem areaComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesTypical mileage*
Power train26010—
Forward collision avoidanceAdaptive cruise control; Automatic emergency braking264003,000 mi
Electrical systemSoftware23010—
Unknown or other22121—
Service brakes18210—
Lane departureAssist; Warning12000—
Vehicle speed control11212—
Visibility/wiper6000—
Exterior lighting6000—
Back over preventionWarnings; Rearview system braking4100—
Engine4000—
Fuel/propulsion system4100—

*Median odometer reading when the problem happened, where owners gave one. One complaint can name several problem areas.

Recent owner complaints

Owner complaints are submitted to NHTSA by the public and are not verified. Shown as filed (NHTSA removes personal details); long reports are shortened.