High voltage battery may short circuit
Defect Summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2022-2024 f-150 lightning battery electric vehicles. a manufacturing defect in the high voltage battery cells may result in an internal short circuit.
Safety Consequence
A battery short circuit increases the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Owners are advised to only charge their vehicles to a maximum of 80% battery capacity until the repair has been completed. dealers will inspect and replace the high voltage battery array as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed june 27, 2025. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. ford's number for this recall is 25s18.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Ford Motor Company or involving Electrical System.
FAQ: Recall 25V131000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 25V131000?
NHTSA recall 25V131000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on February 28, 2025. It addresses: High voltage battery may short circuit. The recall affects approximately 950 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 25V131000 or the manufacturer campaign number 25S18. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.