The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·25V132000·Announced 2027-04-02

Ford F-150, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550 Trailer Brake Control Software Error

A software error in the integrated trailer brake control module may prevent trailers equipped with electric or hybrid brake systems from braking properly. Ford is updating the software at no charge.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: This is a structural vehicle defect affecting the braking system with a clear risk of serious harm (extended stopping distance and crash risk). However, the source provides no reports of injuries, deaths, or actual incidents. Per the rubric, when no illnesses/injuries are reported and the hazard is theoretical, the maximum score is 3.

Plain-English summary

Ford Motor Company is recalling certain 2021-2022 F-150, 2022 Maverick, Expedition, Navigator, F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 vehicles due to a software error in the integrated trailer brake control module.

When a towed trailer is equipped with an electric or electric-over-hydraulic brake system, the software error may cause the trailer's brake system to fail and prevent the trailer from braking. Loss of trailer brake functionality can extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.

A total of 10,952 vehicles are affected. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 11, 2025. Dealers will update the integrated trailer brake control module software at no cost. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 or the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171).

The recalled product

Product
2022 FORD F-550 SD
Brand
FORD
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Category
Vehicle — Truck / Brake System
Hazard
  • brake-failure
  • crash-risk
  • loss-of-braking
Affected units
10,952

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (8)

  • F-550 SD
  • F-250 SD
  • F-350 SD
  • NAVIGATOR
  • F-150
  • MAVERICK
  • EXPEDITION
  • F-450 SD

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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