Recall 25V597 affects 9 2024 Ford Ranger and Bronco vehicles for loose high-pressure fuel-pump bolts. Repair is free at any franchised Ford dealer.
Ford is recalling 9 2024 Ranger and Bronco vehicles under recall 25V597 because bolts securing the high pressure fuel pump were not tightened properly, allowing a fuel leak. A fuel leak near an ignition source increases the risk of a fire, and the Ford dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The high pressure fuel pump on the 2024 Ford Ranger and Bronco sends fuel to the engine at the pressure needed for combustion. It is held in place by mounting bolts, which keep the pump aligned and sealed while the engine vibrates and heats up. Those bolts have to be tightened the right way.
On affected vehicles, the pump mounting bolts were tightened during an engine plant repair with an unapproved impact gun process. That process can damage the bolts instead of seating them correctly. If the bolts break or lose clamping force, the pump can move against nearby hardware and the fuel system can leak.
Owners can see a check engine light tied to low fuel pressure. They can also hear a rattling noise from the pump contacting the crash bracket, notice a slow oil leak under a parked vehicle, or feel reduced engine performance while driving.
Who's affected?
Covers Ranger and Bronco vehicles built with the same high-pressure fuel pump mounting bolt.
| 2024 Ford Ranger | fuel system |
|---|---|
| 2024 Ford Bronco | fuel system |
| Units affected | 9 |
| 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 your specific vehicle is included.
What's the safety risk?
A fuel leak near an ignition source increases fire risk. Watch for a check engine light for low fuel pressure, rattling from the fuel pump area, a slow oil leak under a parked vehicle, or reduced engine performance. Schedule the recall repair soon. Repair will be free at any franchised Ford dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2024 Ford Ranger or Bronco is included in this recall.
- Review Ford's owner letter if it arrived before scheduling the dealer repair.
- Contact a franchised Ford dealer and ask about the free high pressure fuel pump bolt replacement that fixes the loose bolts linked to a fuel leak.
- Reference recall number 25V597 and Ford recall 25S90 when you call the dealer.
- Avoid parking near ignition sources if you smell fuel, and ask the dealer for guidance before driving.
What happens at the repair
Once the dealer repair is available, a Ford technician will replace the high pressure fuel pump mounting bolts. Ford says the recall repair will be free, with parts and labor covered under campaign 25V597. Ford uses the manufacturer's standard reimbursement plan for owners who already paid for related repairs before the recall notice. Keep invoices and proof of payment, then ask Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 or the dealer service desk how to submit documented expenses.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| September 11, 2025 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| September 15, 2025 | Dealer notification began |
| September 15, 2025 | Dealer notification ended |
| September 15, 2025 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| September 25, 2025 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 25V597?
Recall 25V597 covers 9 2024 Ford Ranger and Bronco vehicles with high pressure fuel pump mounting bolts that were not tightened properly. The defect can cause a fuel leak, and NHTSA campaign 25V597 says a fuel leak near an ignition source increases fire risk.
What should I do if my 2024 Ford Ranger or Bronco is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 25V597. If it is, contact a franchised Ford dealer to schedule replacement of the high pressure fuel pump mounting bolts. The dealer repair is free. Reference recall number 25V597 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair recall defects at no cost, and Ford says dealers will replace the high pressure fuel pump mounting bolts free of charge at a franchised Ford dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is fire. NHTSA campaign 25V597 says the loose high pressure fuel pump mounting bolts can lead to a fuel leak, and a fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
When were owners notified about this recall?
Ford mailed owner notification letters on September 25, 2025. If you bought the vehicle used or never received a letter, the VIN decides whether this recall applies. Check your VIN, then contact a franchised Ford dealer if your vehicle is included.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/25V597000 |
|---|---|
| Ford customer service | 1-866-436-7332 |
| NHTSA recall # | 25V597 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 25V597000 |
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 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →