2025 Ford F-150 Hybrid

The defect

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 F-150 hybrid vehicles equipped with a 3.5L hybrid electric powertrain. When the driver or passenger's seat belt is not buckled and the vehicle is started, the audible warning chime may not activate as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

The risk

An audible warning chime that fails to alert occupants of an unbelted seat belt can increase the risk of injury during a crash.

The remedy

Dealers will update the audio control module software, 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 25C31.

Ford Motor Company · up to 56,473 vehicles across all model years covered

The defect

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 F-150 full hybrid electric (FHEV) vehicles. The high voltage battery junction box may contain an incorrect fuse, which can fail and result in a sudden loss of drive power.

The risk

A sudden loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

The remedy

Dealers will replace the incorrect 60-amp fuse with a 150-amp fuse, 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 25S29.

Ford Motor Company · up to 47 vehicles across all model years covered

6,300 miles

The contact owns a 2025 Ford F-150. While the contact was driving at an undisclosed speed, the moonroof fractured without impact. The contact stated that there were no vehicles nearby and there was no impact to cause the failure. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the vehicle was not inspected. The contact stated that the failure was a known failure with similar vehicles. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 6,300.

NHTSA complaint 11753525. Filed by an owner and not verified by NHTSA or by us.

I want to include an important detail about the accident involving my 2025 Ford F-150 (VIN: [XXX] ). Immediately before the collision, I experienced a sudden change in braking. The brake pedal became very hard, and the vehicle did not slow as expected even with increased pressure on the pedal. This condition lasted for a few seconds and significantly reduced my ability to stop. The auto braking feature also did not activate. There were no clear warning indicators at the time, and the event happened very quickly. Based on how the vehicle responded, it felt like a loss of brake assist. My vehicle collided with a semi truck, totalling the front end. I was very lucky to walk away alive. …

NHTSA complaint 11733467, quoted in part. Filed by an owner and not verified by NHTSA or by us.

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NHTSA complaint 11723791. Filed by an owner and not verified by NHTSA or by us.

Truck is brand new and keeps having engine failure. Truck is not driveable on multiple occasions. Multiple dealers have assessed and goes unrepaired. First dealer cleared light and did not repair despite loss of communication codes present.

NHTSA complaint 11687935. Filed by an owner and not verified by NHTSA or by us.

Power train failure message with loss of power.

NHTSA complaint 11683532. Filed by an owner and not verified by NHTSA or by us.

New 2025 F150 Lariat with 3.5L V-6 Twin-Turbo Full Hybrid. Truck was sitting in garage and off when suddenly a message appeared on the digital speedometer area saying there was a powertrain fault. Truck only had 280 miles. At about 310 miles, service light came on indicating service was due. Checked FordPass app and the on board diagnostic program indicated there was a power train fault detected. I’ve checked several online forums and many owners are reporting that there are known Ford Technical Service Bulletins (TSB) regarding this issue and the issue has to due with faulty starter, alternator, and battery. Ford know about this issue and that it is common yet they have failed to issue a …

NHTSA complaint 11679651, quoted in part. Filed by an owner and not verified by NHTSA or by us.