The problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Bronco, Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, 2021-2022 Lincoln Navigator, Mustang, F-150, and 2022 Expedition vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump may fail, which can result in an engine stall while driving.
The risk
An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the low pressure fuel pump on super duty vehicles and update the powertrain control module (PCM) software on all other affected vehicles, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 27, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S75.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 25V-455 (25V455000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 25S75 |
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Component | Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump |
| Report date | July 7, 2025 |
| Owners notified | July 27, 2026 |
| Vehicles affected | 850,318 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA investigation |
Vehicles covered
- 2021 Ford Bronco
- 2022 Ford Bronco
- 2023 Ford Bronco
- 2022 Ford Expedition
- 2021 Ford Explorer
- 2022 Ford Explorer
- 2023 Ford Explorer
- 2021 Ford F-150
- 2022 Ford F-150
- 2021 Ford F-250 SD
- 2022 Ford F-250 SD
- 2023 Ford F-250 SD
- 2021 Ford F-350 SD
- 2022 Ford F-350 SD
- 2023 Ford F-350 SD
- 2021 Ford F-450 SD
- 2022 Ford F-450 SD
- 2023 Ford F-450 SD
- 2021 Ford F-550 SD
- 2022 Ford F-550 SD
- 2023 Ford F-550 SD
- 2021 Ford Mustang
- 2022 Ford Mustang
- 2021 Lincoln Aviator
- 2022 Lincoln Aviator
- 2023 Lincoln Aviator
- 2021 Lincoln Navigator
- 2022 Lincoln Navigator
Owner complaints about the fuel & propulsion system
- 2021 Ford Bronco fuel system problems 30
- 2022 Ford Bronco fuel system problems 70
- 2023 Ford Bronco fuel system problems 4
- 2022 Ford Expedition fuel system problems 14
- 2021 Ford Explorer fuel system problems 27
- 2022 Ford Explorer fuel system problems 37
- 2023 Ford Explorer fuel system problems 3
- 2021 Ford F-150 fuel system problems 91
- 2022 Ford F-150 fuel system problems 90
- 2021 Ford F-250 SD fuel system problems 43
- 2022 Ford F-250 SD fuel system problems 30
- 2023 Ford F-250 SD fuel system problems 3
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 25V-455 repair free?
Yes. Ford dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the low pressure fuel pump on super duty vehicles and update the powertrain control module (PCM) software on all other affected vehicles, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 27, 2026.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 850,318 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.