2025 model year · NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports · Updated September 2026
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According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2025 Ford F-150 has 11 documented known issues, with 9 rated critical. The most serious are Instrument Panel Cluster Fails at Startup — Blank Gauges, No Speedometer or Warning Lights ($0-$0 repair), Lower Intermediate Steering Shaft Fasteners Improperly Attached — Shaft Can Detach ($0-$0 repair), Electronic Brake Booster (EBB) Module Malfunction — Sudden Loss of Power Brake Assist ($0-$0 repair), Integrated Trailer Module Loses Communication — Loss of Trailer Brakes, Turn Signals, and Brake Lights While Towing (NHTSA 26V104) ($0-$0 repair), PowerBoost Hybrid High-Voltage Battery Junction Box Fuse — Sudden Loss of Drive Power (2025) ($0-$0 repair), Rear Axle Hub Bolt Fatigues and Breaks — Vehicle Rollaway in Park / Loss of Drive Power (Recall 25S82 / NHTSA 25V512) ($0-$0 repair), 3.5L EcoBoost Misaligned Engine Cup Plug — Rapid Oil Loss, Stall and Fire Risk ($0-$0 repair), Defective Connecting Rods and Rod Bearings — Engine Damage and Stall ($0-$0 repair) and Incorrectly Machined Transmission Valve Body — Reverse Gear Failure and Unexpected Forward Movement in Reverse or Neutral ($0-$0 repair). Across all issues with published estimates, repair costs range from $50 to $700. DIY maintenance guides at au7o.io.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL
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."
STRUCTURE:BODY
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Maverick, F-150, and Bronco Sport vehicles. Certain vehicle joints may be improperly tightened. This can lead to detached parts, unsecured cargo, degraded crash protection, electrical system failure, or a loss of vehicle stability.
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 F-150 vehicles. Incorrect rear axle tail bearings may have been installed, which can result in rear wheel lock-up or driveshaft separation.
SUSPENSION:REAR
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 F-150 vehicles.The stabilizer rod fasteners may not have been tightened properly during manufacturing, which can allow the rod to shift out of position.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:MOUNTING
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.
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According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2025 Ford F-150 has 11 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: Instrument Panel Cluster Fails at Startup — Blank Gauges, No Speedometer or Warning Lights, Lower Intermediate Steering Shaft Fasteners Improperly Attached — Shaft Can Detach, Electronic Brake Booster (EBB) Module Malfunction — Sudden Loss of Power Brake Assist. Of these, 9 are rated critical and should be addressed promptly.
The 2025 Ford F-150 has 11 known issues compiled from NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports. 9 issues are rated critical: Instrument Panel Cluster Fails at Startup — Blank Gauges, No Speedometer or Warning Lights and Lower Intermediate Steering Shaft Fasteners Improperly Attached — Shaft Can Detach and Electronic Brake Booster (EBB) Module Malfunction — Sudden Loss of Power Brake Assist and Integrated Trailer Module Loses Communication — Loss of Trailer Brakes, Turn Signals, and Brake Lights While Towing (NHTSA 26V104) and PowerBoost Hybrid High-Voltage Battery Junction Box Fuse — Sudden Loss of Drive Power (2025) and Rear Axle Hub Bolt Fatigues and Breaks — Vehicle Rollaway in Park / Loss of Drive Power (Recall 25S82 / NHTSA 25V512) and 3.5L EcoBoost Misaligned Engine Cup Plug — Rapid Oil Loss, Stall and Fire Risk and Defective Connecting Rods and Rod Bearings — Engine Damage and Stall and Incorrectly Machined Transmission Valve Body — Reverse Gear Failure and Unexpected Forward Movement in Reverse or Neutral. Prospective buyers should inspect for these issues and factor potential repair costs into their purchase decision. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.
Repair costs for known Ford F-150 issues range from $0 to $700, depending on the specific problem and whether you choose DIY or professional repair. The most critical issue, Instrument Panel Cluster Fails at Startup — Blank Gauges, No Speedometer or Warning Lights, typically costs $0-$0 to repair. Au7o provides step-by-step DIY maintenance guides that can help reduce repair costs.
The Instrument Panel Cluster on 2025 F-150s can fail at startup, leaving the digital cluster blank or frozen so the driver has no speedometer, no fuel or temperature readings, and no telltale warning lights. Ford recalled 355,656 vehicles under NHTSA 25V540000 (Ford 25S88) in Aug… Repairs typically run $0-$0. Severity: high.
On 9,181 2025 F-150s the lower intermediate steering shaft fasteners were improperly attached to the steering gear, allowing the shaft to work loose or fully detach from the rack. Ford recalled these trucks under NHTSA 25V309000 (Ford 25S46) in May 2025. A detached intermediate s… Repairs typically run $0-$0. Severity: high.
On 2025 F-150s the Electronic Brake Booster module can malfunction while driving or while an ADAS feature (adaptive cruise, BlueCruise, automatic emergency braking) is active, causing a loss of power brake assist. Ford recalled 312,120 vehicles across the 2025 F-150, Expedition,… Repairs typically run $0-$0. Severity: high.
A software fault in the Integrated Trailer Module (ITRM) can cause it to lose communication with the rest of the vehicle while a trailer is connected. This can result in loss of trailer brake and turn-signal lights, or complete loss of trailer brake function, dramatically increas… Repairs typically run $0-$0. Severity: high.
Select 2025 F-150 PowerBoost (3.5L V6 full hybrid) trucks built between January 30 and February 5, 2025 were assembled with an incorrect fuse in the high-voltage battery junction box. The wrong fuse can fail, resulting in a sudden loss of drive power while driving, which increase… Repairs typically run $0-$0. Severity: high.
On 2023-2025 F-150s (notably trucks with the Trailer Tow Max Duty package), the rear axle hub bolt can fatigue and break. A failed bolt damages the axle hub splines, which can let the truck roll away when parked without the parking brake applied, or cause a loss of drive power. F… Repairs typically run $0-$0. Severity: high.
Certain 2024-2025 F-150s built with the 3.5L GTDI (EcoBoost) V6 left the plant with a misaligned engine block cup plug (freeze/core plug). The plug can push out or leak, causing a rapid — not seeping — loss of engine oil. Ford issued two campaigns: NHTSA 24V851000 and NHTSA 25V19… Repairs typically run $0-$0. Severity: high.
A small production batch of 2025 F-150 engines was built with connecting rod and rod bearing components carrying manufacturing defects that lead to progressive engine damage and eventual failure. Ford recalled 156 vehicles under NHTSA 25V344000 (Ford 25S55) in June 2025; the same… Repairs typically run $0-$0. Severity: high.
A limited build of 2024-2025 F-150s received automatic transmission main control valve bodies that were machined incorrectly. The defect causes reverse gear to fail outright, or — more dangerously — causes the truck to creep or lunge FORWARD while the shifter is in Reverse or Neu… Repairs typically run $0-$0. Severity: high.
On 2025.5 F-150s with the 2.7L EcoBoost V6, the heater-core coolant hose routing was relocated. The new routing lets the coolant hose contact the engine wire harness at the C-clip attachment, abrading the harness insulation over time. This can chafe the harness or disconnect powe… Repairs typically run $0-$0. Severity: medium.
P0299 sets when actual boost is about 4 psi or more below the commanded value for several seconds, dropping the truck into reduced-power limp mode (orange wrench light). On EcoBoost F-150s the most common causes are NOT the turbos themselves but cheaper upstream parts: a loose or… Repairs typically run $50-$700. Severity: medium.
Content on this page was compiled with AI assistance using NHTSA complaints, TSBs, owner reports, and public automotive data. While we strive for accuracy, this information may contain errors. Always verify repair procedures and specifications with your vehicle's service manual or a qualified mechanic.
