Propulsion system: traction batteryRecall 25V-131 · 2022–2024 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV
Ford Motor Company recall 25V-131 covers 950 2022–2024 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV for a propulsion system: traction battery problem, reported to NHTSA on February 28, 2025. The manufacturer's latest report (2026 Q3) shows 71% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 25V131000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
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.
The risk
A battery short circuit increases the risk of a fire.
The fix
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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
71%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA. 13 vehicles were listed as unreachable.