Recall 25V-540: 2025 Ford F-150, 2025–2026 Ford F-250 SD and 3 more

Ford Motor Company recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Aug 22, 2025, covering about 355,656 vehicles.

NHTSA number
25V-540
Report date
Aug 22, 2025
Vehicles affected
355,656
Owners notified
Sep 5, 2025

The problem

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2026 F-550 SD, F-450 SD, F-350 SD, F-250 SD, and 2025 F-150 vehicles. The Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) may fail at startup.

The risk

An instrument panel display that does not show critical information, such as warning lights or vehicle speed, increases the risk of a crash.

The fix

The instrument panel cluster software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 5, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S88.

Recall details

ManufacturerFord Motor Company
ComponentElectrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number25V540000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Ford F-1502025All years
Ford F-250 SD2025, 2026All years
Ford F-350 SD2025, 2026All years
Ford F-450 SD2025, 2026All years
Ford F-550 SD2025, 2026All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 25V-540?

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2026 F-550 SD, F-450 SD, F-350 SD, F-250 SD, and 2025 F-150 vehicles. The Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) may fail at startup.

How is recall 25V-540 fixed?

The instrument panel cluster software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 5, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S88.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.