The 2025 Ford F-53 has 3 recalls, the most serious involving a front axle hub assembly that may be missing its spindle nut, which can cause brake system damage or allow a wheel to detach from the vehicle entirely.
Both remaining recalls involve the brake lights. An incorrectly installed switch can cause the brake lights to illuminate when the driver is not braking, or fail to illuminate at all when the pedal is pressed — either condition leaves other drivers without a reliable signal of the vehicle's intentions. A separate issue also causes the brake lights to stay on continuously, which has the same effect: drivers behind the vehicle cannot tell when the brakes are actually being applied, reducing their ability to react in time.
At a glance
What can fail
The front axle hub assembly may be missing the spindle nut and cotter pin, which secure the wheel hub.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the front axle and replace the spindle nut and cotter pin if needed, at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
The brake lights may stay on even when you're not braking, which doesn't meet safety standards.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect and repair the brake pedal and booster push rod at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The brake light switch is installed incorrectly, causing brake lights to turn on unexpectedly or not illuminate when you press the brake pedal.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the brake light switch at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
