Engine: hard parts internal/mechanicalRecall 25V-344 · Ford vehicles

Ford Motor Company recall 25V-344 covers 156 Ford vehicles for a engine: hard parts internal/mechanical problem, reported to NHTSA on June 13, 2025. The manufacturer's latest report (2026 Q3) shows 81% of affected vehicles repaired.

81%
Vehicles repaired127 of 156 · 2026 Q3
Vehicles affected1563 models
ReportedJun 13, 2025Owners notified Aug 15, 2025
Complaints since2Same system, after the recall

Source: NHTSA recall 25V344000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.

What's wrong

The problem

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Transit, F-150, and Explorer vehicles. The connecting rod and rod bearing components may have manufacturing defects that can lead to engine damage and engine failure.

The risk

A damaged engine can result in engine failure and a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

The fix

Dealers will inspect the connecting rods and replace the engine long block assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 15, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S55.

Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Repair progress

How fast cars are being fixed

81%repaired

Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA. 1 vehicles were listed as unreachable.

0%50%100%2025 Q32026 Q3
3 models

Vehicles in this recall

Built from February 26, 2025 to March 17, 2025. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.