2025 Ford F-250 Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
CautionComplaint Index
15/100
#18 most-complained of 21 F-250 years
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
The 2025 Ford F-250 has 16 owner complaints and 7 safety recalls on file with NHTSA. Its Complaint Index is 15 out of 100 — #18 highest of 21 F-250 model years (verdict: Caution). The most reported problem area is brakes (5 complaints, 31% of the total). Complaints report 2 crashes and 1 fire.
- Complaints
- 16
- Recalls
- 7
- incl. Do Not Drive
- Crashes / fires
- 2 / 1
- Injuries / deaths
- 0 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- —
Top 2025 Ford F-250 problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Brakes5 (31%)
- Steering4 (25%)
- Electrical System3 (19%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires3 (19%)
- Other2 (13%)
- Visibility & Wipers2 (13%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras1 (6%)
2025 Ford F-250 recalls
7 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 26V489000Jul 28, 2026Collision Avoidance & Cameras47,587 vehiclesOver-the-air fix
Back over prevention:display function
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 F-150 and 2023-2026 F-250 SD vehicles equipped with 8-inch SYNC infotainment screens. A software error may cause the rearview camera image to be obstructed by the infotainment home screen menu when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk: An obstructed rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: The accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed August 7, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in September 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C37. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 31, 2026.
- NHTSA 26V119000Mar 3, 2026Transmission & Powertrain11,431 vehicles
Power train:axle assembly:axle shaft
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026-2025 F-250 SD and F-350 SD vehicles. The driveshaft friction weld may fail, resulting in rear driveshaft separation and a sudden loss of drive power.
Risk: A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the driveshaft serial number and replace the driveshaft as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 6, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S13. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 4, 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.
2025 compared with other F-250 years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2025 Ford F-250 a reliable year?
- Judged by NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2025 Ford F-250 ranks #18 of 21 among F-250 model years (Complaint Index 15/100, verdict: Caution). It has 16 complaints and 7 recalls on file. This reflects reported safety-related problems, not an overall reliability rating.
- What are the most common problems with the 2025 Ford F-250?
- The most reported problem areas are brakes (5 complaints), steering (4 complaints), and electrical system (3 complaints). The median mileage at the time of failure in complaints that report it is 3,107 miles.
- Does the 2025 Ford F-250 have any recalls?
- Yes — NHTSA lists 7 recall campaigns for the 2025 Ford F-250, most recently reported 2026, covering collision avoidance & cameras, transmission & powertrain, electrical system, and brakes. At least one carries a Do Not Drive advisory.