Report Date
Feb 28, 2025
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
Affected Vehicles
3
Defect Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2024 F-150 Lightning battery electric vehicles. A manufacturing defect in the high voltage battery cells may result in an internal short circuit.
Safety Consequence
A battery short circuit increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Owners are advised to only charge their vehicles to a maximum of 80% battery capacity until the repair has been completed. Dealers will inspect and replace the high voltage battery array as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 27, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S18.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | FORD | F-150 LIGHTNING BEV |
| 2023 | FORD | F-150 LIGHTNING BEV |
| 2024 | FORD | F-150 LIGHTNING BEV |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.