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NHTSA Recall 25V488000: Software (service brakes)

Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 312,120 vehicles. It affects 5 models including the Ford Bronco.

312,120
vehicles potentially affected
5
models affected
2025
owners notified (August 22)
NHTSA campaign25V488000
Manufacturer campaign25S77
ComponentSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › POWER ASSIST › ELECTRIC › CONTROL MODULE › SOFTWARE
Report receivedJuly 25, 2025
Owner notificationAugust 22, 2025
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Lincoln Navigator, F-150, Expedition, Bronco, and Ranger vehicles. The Electronic Brake Booster (EBB) module may malfunction while driving or when the driver is utilizing an Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) feature, resulting in a loss of power brake assist.

Safety risk

An unexpected loss of power brake assist while driving can extend stopping distance and increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, a loss of power brake assist while ADAS features are engaged can result in the vehicle not braking as expected, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

The EBB module software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 22, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S77.

Vehicles covered by recall 25V488000

Make and modelModel years
Ford Bronco2025
Ford Expedition2025
Ford F-1502025
Ford Ranger2025
Lincoln Navigator2025

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.