Recall 25V438 affects 5 2025 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV trucks for loose brake-hose bracket screws. Repair is free at any franchised Ford dealer.
Ford is recalling 5 2025 F-150 Lightning BEV trucks because screws for the front brake jounce hose bracket can loosen and detach, letting the hose rub the tire and leak brake fluid. A leak can lengthen stopping distance and raise crash risk; the Ford dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The front brake jounce hose on the 2025 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV is a flexible brake-fluid line near the front suspension. It moves as the suspension travels, while its bracket and screws hold the hose in the right path and keep it away from the tire. When you press the brake pedal, that hose helps carry hydraulic pressure to the front brakes.
On affected trucks, the bracket screws were repaired at the assembly plant using an unapproved process after the original screw interface was stripped. That repair does not meet Ford's durability requirements. The screws can loosen or detach, leaving the hose without its proper support. If the hose rubs the tire, the tire can wear through the line and brake fluid can leak.
Owners can notice the brake pedal traveling farther than normal and the truck slowing less than expected. As the leak lowers fluid in the master cylinder reservoir, the red brake warning light illuminates when the fluid reaches the Low mark.
Who's affected?
| 2025 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV | hydraulic brake hose |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 5 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2025 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV pickup truck is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific pickup truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
A brake fluid leak can make the F-150 Lightning BEV need more distance to stop, increasing crash risk. Watch for longer brake-pedal travel, weaker slowing, a falling master-cylinder fluid level, or the red brake warning light. Schedule the dealer inspection promptly. 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 Lightning BEV is included in this recall.
- Review Ford's owner letter mailed July 15, 2025, or call Ford customer service if you did not receive it.
- Contact a franchised Ford dealer to ask whether the front brake hose inspection and brake jounce hose bracket screw replacement is open for your VIN.
- Reference recall number 25V438 and Ford recall 25S71 when you call.
- Drive cautiously until the repair. Leave extra following distance and stop driving if you see brake fluid or notice reduced braking performance.
What happens at the repair
Ford has identified the dealer repair: a Ford technician will inspect the front brake hose and replace both brake jounce hose bracket screws. Because the remedy status is not listed as available in this record, treat scheduling as dependent on Ford's current dealer instructions. The dealer repair will be free once available. Ford used its general reimbursement plan on file, so if you already paid for related brake hose or bracket screw work, ask Ford customer service about documented reimbursement and keep your receipts.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| June 27, 2025 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| July 2, 2025 | Dealer notification began |
| July 2, 2025 | Dealer notification ended |
| July 2, 2025 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| July 15, 2025 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 25V438?
Recall 25V438 covers 5 2025 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV vehicles with front brake jounce hose bracket screws that can loosen and detach. That can let the hose contact the tire and leak brake fluid. Ford dealers will inspect the hose and replace both bracket screws for free.
What should I do if my 2025 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific truck is included in recall 25V438. If it is, contact a franchised Ford dealer to schedule the front brake hose inspection and bracket screw replacement. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Ford dealers will inspect the front brake hose and replace both front brake jounce hose bracket screws free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
A brake fluid leak can increase stopping distance and crash risk. In recall 25V438, loose front brake jounce hose bracket screws can let the hose contact the tire and leak fluid. Ford dealers fix the bracket screw issue for free.
When did Ford mail owner letters for this recall?
Ford mailed owner notification letters on July 15, 2025. If you never received a letter, check your VIN to confirm whether your 2025 Ford 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/25V438000 |
|---|---|
| Ford customer service | 1-866-436-7332 |
| NHTSA recall # | 25V438 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 25V438000 |
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 →