Recall 25V198 covers 4,356 2024-2025 Ford F-150, Expedition, and Lincoln Navigator vehicles for rapid oil leaks. Repair is free at any franchised Ford dealer.
Ford is recalling 4,356 2024-2025 Expedition, F-150, and Navigator vehicles with 3.5L GTDI engines because a misaligned engine cup plug can cause a rapid oil leak. That leak can stall the engine and raise the risk of a crash or fire, and dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The engine cup plug in these 2024-2025 Expedition, F-150, and Navigator vehicles is a small 13mm carbon steel plug pressed into the cylinder head. Its job is to seal an opening in the engine so oil stays inside the lubrication system while the 3.5L GTDI engine runs under pressure.
On affected vehicles, the press that installed the cup plug was misaligned during assembly. That misalignment distorted the plug as it was pressed into the cylinder head bore, reducing how tightly it stayed seated. A loose or deformed plug can leak quickly or come out, causing rapid oil loss, reduced engine power, and engine failure.
Owners can see a low oil pressure warning light in the instrument cluster, with reduced engine power. Other warning signs include an oil leak, a burning smell, white smoke, or noise from the engine compartment.
Who's affected?
Spans the Expedition, F-150, and Navigator across the 2024 and 2025 model years, all tied to the same 13mm carbon steel cup plug in the engine oil system.
| 2024 Ford Expedition | Oil/lubrication |
|---|---|
| 2024 Ford F-150 | Oil/lubrication |
| 2025 Ford F-150 | Oil/lubrication |
| 2024 Lincoln Navigator | Oil/lubrication |
| 2025 Ford Expedition | Oil/lubrication |
| Units affected | 4,356 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included.
What's the safety risk?
In NHTSA campaign 25V198, a rapid oil leak can stall the engine and raise crash risk. Oil on hot engine or exhaust parts can also raise fire risk. A low oil pressure warning light, reduced power, an oil leak, burning smell, white smoke, or engine noise is a reason to pull over safely and call a Ford dealer. Repair is free at any franchised Ford dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2024-2025 Ford Expedition, F-150, or Lincoln Navigator is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Ford dealer to schedule the free engine cup plug inspection and repair that addresses the rapid oil leak risk.
- Bring the recall notice if Ford mailed one. If not, reference recall number 25V198 when you call.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete, and stop driving if you see an oil leak or the engine stalls.
- Call Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 with questions about recall 25V198.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Ford technician inspects the engine cup plug alignment and replaces the plug if it is misaligned. The recall repair is available now, and parts and labor are covered. If you already paid out of pocket for this repair before the recall notice, Ford's standard reimbursement plan can cover documented expenses. Bring receipts or repair paperwork to the service desk, or contact Ford customer service for claim instructions.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| March 28, 2025 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| March 31, 2025 | Dealer notification began |
| March 31, 2025 | Dealer notification ended |
| May 23, 2025 | Owner notification mailed |
| May 26, 2025 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| May 26, 2025 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 25V198?
Recall 25V198 covers 4,356 2024-2025 Ford Expedition, F-150, and Navigator vehicles equipped with 3.5L GTDI engines. A misaligned engine cup plug can cause a rapid oil leak. Ford dealers will inspect the plug alignment and replace the plug if needed for free.
What should I do if my 2024-2025 Ford Expedition, F-150, or Navigator is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 25V198. If it is, contact a franchised Ford dealer to schedule the engine cup plug inspection. Reference recall number 25V198 and Ford recall number 25S30 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Ford will inspect the engine cup plug alignment and replace the plug if needed free of charge at a franchised Ford dealer.
What is the safety risk?
A rapid oil leak can cause the engine to stall, increasing crash risk. Oil leaking onto hot engine or exhaust parts also increases fire risk. If your VIN is included, schedule the free dealer inspection and repair.
When were owners notified about recall 25V198?
Ford mailed owner notification letters on May 22, 2025. If you bought the vehicle used or never received a letter, check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Expedition, F-150, or Navigator is included.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/25V198000 |
|---|---|
| Ford customer service | 1-866-436-7332 |
| NHTSA recall # | 25V198 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 25V198000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 19, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →