Safety Recall NHTSA · 25V132000 Reported February 28, 2025

Trailer brakes may fail

Ford Motor Company · Electrical System · 10,952 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
25V132000
Manufacturer Campaign
25S15
Manufacturer
Component
Electrical System
Vehicles Affected
10,952
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
February 28, 2025
Completion Rate
48.74

Defect Summary

Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 f-150, 2022 maverick, expedition, lincoln navigator, f-250, f-350, f-450, and f-550 vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 22v-193. due to a software error, a towed trailer equipped with an electric or electric-over hydraulic brake system may not brake.

Safety Consequence

Loss of trailer brake functionality can extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will update the integrated trailer brake control module software, 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 25s18.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference recall ID 25V132000 or campaign 25S15.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 25V132000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 25V132000?

NHTSA recall 25V132000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on February 28, 2025. It addresses: Trailer brakes may fail. The recall affects approximately 10,952 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 25V132000 or the manufacturer campaign number 25S15. 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.