Recall 25V398 covers 40 2025 Ford F-150 trucks for engine harness chafing and stalling. Repair will be free at a franchised Ford dealer once available.
Ford is recalling 40 2025 F-150 trucks because contact with the engine coolant hose can chafe the engine wire harness or pull pins from the Powertrain Control Module connector. The damage can stall the engine and increase crash risk, and the Ford dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The engine wire harness on the 2025 Ford F-150 is a bundled set of wires that carries electrical signals between engine sensors, controls, and the Powertrain Control Module, the computer that manages engine operation. The engine coolant hose carries coolant through the engine cooling system, and it should sit clear of the harness so heat, movement, and vibration do not rub against the wiring.
On affected F-150 trucks, the coolant hose was clipped to the engine wire harness in a way that lets the hose contact the harness. That contact wears through the outside wire insulation and exposes copper, which leads to corrosion, broken wires, electrical shorts, or pins pulling out of the Powertrain Control Module connector. If the module loses the right signals, the engine can stall.
Owners can notice the Malfunction Indicator Lamp, reduced engine power, hesitation, or other drivability problems. Those symptoms are warning signs that the wiring connection is no longer working as designed.
Who's affected?
Both listed components point to the same engine wiring harness.
| 2025 Ford F-150 | Hoses/lines/piping/fittings |
|---|---|
| 2025 Ford F-150 | wiring |
| Units affected | 40 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific pickup truck.
What's the safety risk?
An engine stall increases the risk of a crash because the truck can lose power while moving. Warning signs include the Malfunction Indicator Lamp, reduced engine power, hesitation, or other drivability symptoms. If these appear, drive cautiously and contact a Ford dealer. Repair will be free at any franchised Ford dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2025 Ford F-150 is included in this recall.
- Call a franchised Ford dealer before scheduling to confirm the free repair parts are ready.
- Ask the dealer to inspect the engine wire harness, replace it if needed, and relocate the coolant hose so chafing does not stall the engine.
- Bring the Ford owner letter if you received one. If not, reference recall number 25V398 when you call.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete, and pull over safely if the engine stalls.
What happens at the repair
Ford's filing says the dealer repair is to inspect the engine wire harness, replace it if damage is found, and move the engine coolant hose away from the harness. Because the remedy status is not listed as available in this record, treat the final dealer repair as free once available, with parts and labor covered under recall 25V398. Ford expected parts in the third quarter of 2025, and owner letters were mailed September 12, 2025. If you already paid for this engine wire harness or coolant hose repair before the notice, Ford's standard reimbursement plan covers documented expenses.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| June 13, 2025 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| June 16, 2025 | Dealer notification began |
| June 16, 2025 | Dealer notification ended |
| June 16, 2025 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| July 28, 2025 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| September 12, 2025 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 25V398?
Recall 25V398 covers 40 2025 Ford F-150 trucks where the engine coolant hose can contact the engine wire harness or pull on Powertrain Control Module connector pins. That defect can cause an engine stall, increasing crash risk. Ford dealers will inspect, replace the wire harness as needed, and relocate the coolant hose for free.
What should I do if my 2025 Ford F-150 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific truck is included in recall 25V398. If it is, contact a franchised Ford dealer to schedule the inspection and repair. Reference Ford recall number 25S63 when you call. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Ford's remedy says dealers will inspect the truck, replace the engine wire harness as needed, and relocate the engine coolant hose free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is an engine stall. Contact with the engine coolant hose can damage the engine wire harness or pull out Powertrain Control Module connector pins, causing the engine to stall. An engine stall increases crash risk, so confirm your VIN and arrange the free dealer repair if your truck is included.
When did Ford notify owners about recall 25V398?
Ford mailed owner notification letters on September 12, 2025. If you bought the truck used or never received a letter, the VIN still decides whether the recall applies. Check your VIN, then contact a franchised Ford dealer if your truck is included.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/25V398000 |
|---|---|
| Ford customer service | 1-866-436-7332 |
| NHTSA recall # | 25V398 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 25V398000 |
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 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 →