2025 Ford F-150 Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
BestComplaint Index
0/100
#16 most-complained of 16 F-150 years
The 2025 Ford F-150 has a complaint index of 0, the lowest of all 16 model years tracked, and ranks 16th (best) among them. It carries 104 complaints and 13 recalls, with Electrical System issues the top reported problem area.
- Complaints
- 104
- Recalls
- 13
- Crashes / fires
- 6 / 3
- Injuries / deaths
- 2 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- 19
- 16 city / 24 hwy
Top 2025 Ford F-150 problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Electrical System27 (26%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras26 (25%)
- Transmission & Powertrain25 (24%)
- Other22 (21%)
- Brakes19 (18%)
- Engine15 (14%)
- Lane Departure9 (9%)
- Visibility & Wipers5 (5%)
- Fuel System4 (4%)
- Structure & Body4 (4%)
What owners report
- Owners report the rear brakes locking up unexpectedly during stops, in one case causing a collision with a broken sternum and concussion at 10,200 miles.
- Some drivers say the brake hold feature suddenly released on its own while stopped at a light, leading to a rear-end collision at 3,000 miles.
- Several complaints describe ABS triggering unexpectedly, making the truck lurch forward instead of stopping and striking the vehicle ahead.
- Owners describe the transmission downshifting too early and applying random, unpredictable braking resistance while driving.
- One owner reported the shift lever freezing in gear or reverse at very low mileage, preventing the truck from being shifted.
- A driver reported the truck accelerating on its own after releasing the accelerator while parking at low speed.
2025 Ford F-150 recalls
13 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 26V578000Sep 9, 2026Fuel System223,472 vehicles
Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly:mounting
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023-2027 F-150 vehicles. The fuel tank may be improperly secured and leak fuel, or detach from the vehicle while driving.
Risk: A detached tank can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, a fuel leak can cause an engine stall or increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel tank straps, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 21, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S69. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 14, 2026.
- NHTSA 26V104000Feb 20, 2026Electrical System4,381,878 vehiclesOver-the-air fix
Exterior lighting:tail lights
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2026 F-150, 2022-2026 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, Maverick, 2024-2026 Ranger, 2023-2026 F-600 SD, 2022-2027 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, and 2026 E-Transit vehicles. When towing a trailer, the integrated trailer module (ITRM) may lose communication with the vehicle, possibly causing a loss of brake and turn signal lights, or a loss of brake function. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, " Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk: Trailer lights or brakes that do not function can reduce the driverâs ability to control the trailer and decrease the trailers visibility to other road users, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: The integrated trailer module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 25, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C10. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning March 17, 2026.
- NHTSA 25V823000Dec 1, 2025Brakes679 vehicles
Service brakes, hydraulic:power assist:electric:control module
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Lincoln Navigator, F-150, Expedition, Bronco, and Ranger vehicles. The Electronic Brake Booster (EBB) module may malfunction while driving or when the driver is utilizing an Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) feature, resulting in a loss of power brake assist.
Risk: An unexpected loss of power brake assist while driving can extend stopping distance and increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, a loss of power brake assist while ADAS features are engaged can result in the vehicle not braking as expected, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the electronic brake booster, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 26, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SD4. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 3, 2025.
2025 Ford F-150 fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 16 MPG
- Highway
- 24 MPG
- Combined
- 19 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $3,400
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Regular
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2025 compared with other F-150 years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2025 Ford F-150 reliable?
- Among F-150 model years tracked, 2025 has a complaint index of 0, the lowest value recorded, and is rated Best relative to other years.
- What problems does the 2025 Ford F-150 have?
- NHTSA lists 104 complaints for the 2025 F-150, led by Electrical System issues (27 complaints, 26% share), followed by Collision Avoidance & Cameras (26 complaints) and Transmission & Powertrain (25 complaints).
- Does the 2025 F-150 have any recalls?
- Yes, NHTSA lists 13 recalls for the 2025 F-150, covering the fuel system, electrical system, brakes, transmission, and engine, though none are do-not-drive recalls.
- What is the brake booster recall on the 2025 F-150?
- Two recalls (25V823000 and 25V488000) cover the Electronic Brake Booster module, which may malfunction while driving; Ford's remedy is a software update or module replacement.
- How does the 2025 F-150 compare to other years?
- The 2025 F-150 ranks 16th of 16 years worst-to-first, meaning it has fewer reported problems relative to its own history than years like 2013 (complaint index 100) or 2018 (complaint index 93).