NHTSA Recall 25V238000: Traction battery (electrical system)
Park outside Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 457 vehicles. It affects 2024–2025 Ford E-Transit Chassis.
| NHTSA campaign | 25V238000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 25S36 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › PROPULSION SYSTEM › TRACTION BATTERY |
| Report received | April 11, 2025 |
| Owner notification | May 15, 2025 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 E-Transit Chassis Cab vehicles. The tray side rails for the high voltage battery pack may buckle and crack, allowing water to enter the battery.
Safety risk
Water inside a high voltage battery can cause an electrical short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will inspect and replace, or repair the battery assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 15, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S36.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 25V238000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.