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Miami Herald
5 days ago
- Automotive
- Miami Herald
Ford Recalls F-150 Lightning Over Brake Defect
Ford has issued a safety recall for five 2025 F-150 Lightning trucks due to a potential brake fluid leak caused by a faulty repair procedure at the final assembly plant. While the number of affected vehicles is small, the consequences of the defect could be serious - including extended stopping distances and increased crash to documents filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the problem stems from improperly repaired front brake jounce hose bracket screws. These screws may loosen and detach, causing the hose to rub against the tire, eventually leading to a brake fluid leak. The issue was traced back to April 1, 2025, when Ford's offline repair team began using an unapproved process to fix stripped screw holes on certain F-150 Lightnings. That process, which involved securing the brake hose bracket to the frame, failed to meet Ford's internal durability standards. The company halted the procedure on May 5 and began mid-May, Ford had quarantined affected trucks still at the factory and launched a full review. The automaker determined that five trucks had already been shipped to dealers in the U.S. before the problem was identified. None were built in VIN order, meaning customers will need to check with Ford or a local dealer to verify whether their truck is part of the recall. Ford says owners may notice increased brake pedal travel and reduced deceleration. If the brake fluid leak progresses, the red brake warning light will illuminate on the dash. In a worst-case scenario - rapid fluid loss or complete depletion - the vehicle could require significantly more distance to Ford says it is unaware of any accidents, injuries, or warranty claims related to the will be notified by mail starting July 14, with repairs offered free of charge. Dealerships will inspect both front jounce hose brackets and replace the existing screws with a new MR12X40 self-tapping screw (part number W505286-S439) as per Ford's latest technical instructions. Dealers were notified on July 2. While the scope of this recall is tiny compared to others - just five vehicles - Ford's rapid investigation and transparent filing underscore how even minor manufacturing deviations can trigger safety concerns, especially on vehicles with electric powertrains and regenerative braking F-150 Lightning has seen price cuts in the past, along with fresh competition in the full-size electric pickup space. Still, Ford continues refining its approach - and has responded quickly to small production flaws to maintain trust in its EV flagship. Copyright 2025 The Arena Group, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Miami Herald
02-06-2025
- Automotive
- Miami Herald
Ford Recalls 29,501 F-150 Lightning Trucks Over Suspension Defect Risk
The NHTSA is recalling more than 29,000 models of Ford's electric F-150 Lightning truck, but the problems reported have nothing to do with the electric powertrain. Suspension components are prone to failure, with the separation of the front control arms possibly resulting in a loss of steering control. According to the recall details provided by the NHTSA, the nut of the control arm's upper ball joint may have been insufficiently tightened, allowing the upper control arm to completely detach from the knuckle assembly, leading to a loss of steering control and, potentially, a crash. A total of 29,501 F-150 Lightnings from the 2024 and 2025 model years are included in the recall. Repair work involves replacing the nuts and tightening them to the correct torque. While this is a notable safety issue, this recall is a drop in the ocean compared to the recent recall of nearly 1.1 million vehicles announced on June 1. This recall was for rearview camera displays that can freeze or go completely blank, covering many popular Ford models such as the Mustang, Bronco F-Series, and Ranger, and Lincoln models such as the Corsair, Nautilus, and Navigator. So far, in 2025 alone, Ford has recalled vehicles for problems with transmission valve bodies that cause a loss of reverse gear, failing high-current fuses that can cut power to electric motors, missing cup plugs on 3.5L EcoBoost V6 engines that may lead to oil leaks, missing dashboard airbag warning labels, and loose or missing steering shaft bolts, to name only a few. In the beginning of the year, Ford's BlueCruise drew attention to itself when several Mustang Mach-Es were involved in fatal nighttime crashes while BlueCruise was engaged. This came fresh off the back of a September 2024 recall for more than 90,000 vehicles for intake valves on 2.7L and 3.0L Nano V6 engines that may break while driving, leading to engine failure and a loss of drive power. Copyright 2025 The Arena Group, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
