2025 Ford F-150 Brakes Problems
NHTSA has logged 19 brake complaints for the 2025 Ford F-150, 18% of all complaints for the year, including 3 crashes, 1 fire, and 1 injury. Median mileage at failure is 6,500 miles. Two related recalls (25V823000 and 25V488000) cover a malfunctioning Electronic Brake Booster module.
- Brakes complaints
- 19
- 18% of 104
- Crashes reported
- 3
- Fires reported
- 1
- Injuries reported
- 1
- Median mileage
- 6,500 mi
- Related recalls
- 2
Typical brake symptoms owners report
- Owners report sudden loss of braking power, with the pedal going soft or needing multiple pumps before the brakes finally grab.
- Some describe the rear brakes locking up unexpectedly, including while backing up on an incline or during hard stops at highway speed, in some cases leading to a collision.
- Several complaints mention unexpected ABS activation causing the truck to lurch forward instead of slowing down, sometimes resulting in a rear-end collision.
- Warning lights and messages related to the brake system or instrument panel display appear randomly, sometimes with audible alarms, distracting drivers during braking events.
- One owner reported a parking brake fault light returning after a dealer replaced a leaking rear brake line and the parking brake motor assembly.
- A phantom braking pattern is reported, where the brakes lock up suddenly on a clear road with no obstacle present.
When 2025 Ford F-150 brake complaints were filed
First complaint Apr 5, 2025, latest Sep 22, 2026.
Brakes recalls for the 2025 Ford F-150
- 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.
- NHTSA 25V488000Jul 25, 2025Brakes312,120 vehiclesOver-the-air fix
Service brakes, hydraulic:power assist:electric:control module:software
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: The EBB module software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 22, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S77.
Brakes complaints by F-150 model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How many brake complaints does the 2025 Ford F-150 have?
- NHTSA lists 19 brake complaints for the 2025 F-150, which is 18% of the 104 total complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a recall for 2025 F-150 brakes?
- Yes. Two recalls, 25V823000 and 25V488000, cover a malfunctioning Electronic Brake Booster module on the 2025 F-150 and related Ford/Lincoln vehicles. Fixes include a software update or booster replacement, both free of charge.
- At what mileage do 2025 F-150 brake problems tend to occur?
- NHTSA data shows a median mileage of 6,500 miles at the time of the reported brake failure.
- Have the 2025 F-150 brake issues caused crashes or injuries?
- NHTSA records 3 crashes, 1 fire, and 1 injury among the 19 brake complaints filed for the 2025 F-150.