NHTSA Recall 25V512000: Axle hubs (power train)
Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 103,174 vehicles. It affects 2023–2025 Ford F-150.
| NHTSA campaign | 25V512000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 25S82 |
| Component | POWER TRAIN › AXLE HUBS |
| Report received | August 8, 2025 |
| Owner notification | August 22, 2025 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023-2025 F-150 vehicles equipped with the Trailer Tow Max Duty package and a 9.75-inch heavy duty axle with a 3/4 float axle design. The rear axle hub bolt may fatigue and break, which can result in damage to the axle hub splines.
Safety risk
Damaged axle hub splines can result in a vehicle rollaway when in park without the parking brake applied or cause a loss of drive power. Either of these conditions can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the left and right rear axle shaft assemblies, free of charge. This is a phased recall. Ford owners will receive letters in multiple phases, beginning August 2025 through Winter 2025. Phase 1 will include 2023 F-150 model year vehicles. Phase 2 will include 2025 F-150 model year vehicles and Phase 3 will include 2024 F-150 model year vehicles. Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed August 22, 2025. Owner notification letters were mailed August 22, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S82. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 23V896.
Vehicles covered by recall 25V512000
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.