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Ford F-250 SD Recall 25V401: Brake pedal may disconnect, causing sudden brake loss

NHTSA campaign 25V401, reported June 13, 2025, 2,345 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Certain 2025 Ford F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 Super Duty trucks may be missing the retaining spring that holds the brake booster pushrod to the brake pedal. If the pushrod disconnects, the brakes can suddenly lose function, which increases the risk of a crash.

Owners are advised not to drive the vehicle until it has been repaired. Dealers will inspect and repair the brake pedal assembly as needed, at no charge to you. Owner notification letters were mailed June 20, 2025. To check whether your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at a recall lookup site or contact Ford Customer Service at 1-866-436-7332, referencing recall number 25C26.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 25V401Ford Motor Company
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES
Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 F-550 SD, F-450 SD, F-350 SD, and F-250 SD vehicles. The brake booster pushrod retaining spring may not have been installed, which can allow the pushrod to disconnect from the brake pedal and cause a sudden loss of brake function. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems" and 105, "Hydraulic and electric brake systems."
Risk
A sudden loss of brake function increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until they have been repaired. Dealers will inspect and repair the brake pedal assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 20, 2025. Owners may contact Ford Customer Service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C26.

Affected vehicles

Ford F-250 SD2025
Ford F-350 SD2025
Ford F-450 SD2025
Ford F-550 SD2025