The problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 F-150 hybrid vehicles equipped with a 3.5L hybrid electric powertrain. When the driver or passenger's seat belt is not buckled and the vehicle is started, the audible warning chime may not activate as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
The risk
An audible warning chime that fails to alert occupants of an unbelted seat belt can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
The fix
Dealers will update the audio control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 15, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C31.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 25V-489 (25V489000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 25C31 |
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Component | Seat belts › Front › Warning light/devices |
| Report date | July 25, 2025 |
| Owners notified | August 15, 2025 |
| Vehicles affected | 56,473 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 25V-489 repair free?
Yes. Ford dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will update the audio control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 15, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C31.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 56,473 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.