Campaign 25V-132

Due to a software error, a towed trailer equipped with an electric or electric-over hydraulic brake system may not brake

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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.

Consequence

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

Remedy

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.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.

Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file, campaign 25V132000. Text as published by NHTSA.
Vehicles covered

8 product lines are covered

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA about electrical system on these vehicles: 384, of which 21 involved a crash, fire, injury or death. Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Vehicles covered by campaign 25V-132
MakeModelModel yearsComplaints on this component
FordExpedition202219
FordF-1502021 to 2022254
FordF-250 SD202219
FordF-350 SD202230
FordF-450 SD20228
FordF-550 SD20223
FordMaverick202242
LincolnNavigator20229
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls and complaints files. Equipment, tire and child-seat campaigns list products, not vehicles.