Recall 25V272 affects 3 2022-2023 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV trucks for loose battery busbar fasteners. Repair is free at any franchised Ford dealer.
Ford is recalling 3 2022-2023 F-150 Lightning BEV trucks because fasteners inside the high-voltage battery pack were not tightened securely, which can cause electrical arcing at the bus bars. Electrical arcing raises the risk of fire, and a loss of drive power can raise crash risk; Ford dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The bus-bar links in the 2022-2023 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV are metal conductors inside the high-voltage battery pack junction box. They carry battery current across the junction box so the propulsion system receives power when the truck is being driven. Retention nuts hold those links tight, which keeps the electrical connection stable.
On affected trucks, one or more retention nuts on the battery junction box bus bars were removed in error during a rework operation. The torque was not checked again afterward. If a nut is loose or missing, the connection can move or gap under load, and electrical arcing can occur at the bus bars inside the battery pack.
Before power is lost, the driver can hear a loud noise while driving. The instrument cluster will show a "Stop Safely Now" message and a malfunction indicator light. The truck can coast to a stop, and the 12V battery keeps assisted steering and braking available.
Who's affected?
The same high-voltage traction battery component appears across the 2022 and 2023 model years.
| 2023 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV | high-voltage traction battery |
|---|---|
| 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV | high-voltage traction battery |
| Units affected | 3 |
| 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 pickup truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
Electrical arcing raises the risk of a fire. A loss of drive power also raises crash risk. If you hear a loud noise while driving, see a Stop Safely Now message, or see a malfunction indicator light, steer and brake carefully, coast to a stop, and call the dealer. Repair is free at any franchised Ford dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2022-2023 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Ford dealer to schedule the free high-voltage battery busbar fastener inspection and repair that addresses loose fasteners and electrical arcing.
- Bring the owner letter if you have it. Reference recall number 25V272 and Ford recall 24S11 when you call.
- Drive only as needed until the repair is complete, and stop in a safe place if the truck loses drive power.
- Call Ford Customer Service at 1-866-436-7332 with recall questions before your dealer visit.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Ford technician inspects the busbar fasteners inside the high-voltage battery junction box, repairs any loose fasteners, and replaces damaged components as needed. The recall repair is free, with parts and labor covered. Ford has a reimbursement plan for owners who paid for this repair before the owner notification letter. Bring invoices, receipts, or payment records to the service desk, or contact Ford Customer Service, to start the claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| April 23, 2025 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 24, 2025 | Dealer notification began |
| April 24, 2025 | Dealer notification ended |
| May 19, 2025 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| May 19, 2025 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| May 21, 2025 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 25V272?
Recall 25V272 covers 3 2022-2023 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV trucks with high-voltage battery pack busbar fasteners that were not tightened securely. Electrical arcing at the busbars increases fire risk, and loss of drive power increases crash risk. Ford dealers will inspect and repair the fasteners for free.
What should I do if my 2022-2023 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific truck is included in recall 25V272. If it is, contact a franchised Ford dealer to schedule the high-voltage battery pack inspection and repair. Reference Ford recall number 24S11 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to perform recall repairs at no cost. Ford dealers will inspect and repair the busbar fasteners and replace damaged components as needed, free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is electrical arcing inside the high-voltage battery pack. Under recall 25V272, arcing at the busbars increases the risk of a fire. Loss of drive power also increases crash risk. The dealer repair addresses the loose fasteners and damaged components.
When were owners notified about this Ford recall?
Ford mailed owner notification letters on May 21, 2025. If you bought the truck used or never received a letter, check your VIN to confirm whether your specific F-150 Lightning BEV is included, then call a franchised Ford dealer for the free repair.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/25V272000 |
|---|---|
| Ford customer service | 1-866-436-7332 |
| NHTSA recall # | 25V272 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 25V272000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (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 →