2017-2018 Ford F-150 / Expedition Brake Master Cylinder Recall
Ford has issued a recall (NHTSA ID: 25V236000) for certain 2017-2018 F-150 and Expedition vehicles. The brake master cylinder may leak fluid, potentially reducing braking effectiveness and increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will replace the master cylinder and, if necessary, the brake…
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- Ford Expedition
- 2017–2018
- Ford F-150
- 2017
Why this matters
A brake fluid leak from the master cylinder is a serious safety concern. If the brake master cylinder allows fluid to leak, it can lead to reduced brake function. This condition can significantly extend the distance required to stop the vehicle, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.
What's being recalled
Ford Motor Company is recalling certain 2017-2018 F-150 and Expedition vehicles. The core issue is that the brake master cylinder may allow brake fluid to leak from the front wheel circuit into the brake booster. This recall is an expansion of a previous recall, NHTSA number 22V-150.
How to check if your vehicle is affected
Owner notification letters for this recall were mailed on September 25, 2025. If you own a 2017-2018 Ford F-150 or Expedition, you can contact Ford customer service directly to inquire about your vehicle. Ford's customer service can be reached at 1-866-436-7332, and their internal recall number for this action is 25S37. This applies to the 2018 Ford F-150 recall and other affected models.
Manufacturer's remedy
Dealers will address this issue by replacing the brake master cylinder in affected vehicles. If the inspection reveals that the master cylinder has been leaking, the brake booster will also be replaced as part of the repair. All necessary repairs will be performed free of charge to the owner.
Important warnings
Owners should be aware that while notification letters were scheduled for September 25, 2025, it is always advisable to contact Ford customer service if you experience any symptoms related to reduced braking performance. Do not wait for the letter if you suspect an issue, especially concerning your 2018 Ford F-150 recall or other affected models.
Source: NHTSA ID: 25V236000
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the primary issue with the 2017-2018 Ford F-150 and Expedition vehicles in this recall?
- The main problem is that the brake master cylinder in these vehicles may leak brake fluid from the front wheel circuit into the brake booster, which can lead to reduced braking function.
- What is the potential safety risk associated with this brake fluid leak?
- A brake fluid leak can cause reduced brake function, meaning the vehicle will require a longer distance to stop, significantly increasing the risk of a crash.
- How will Ford fix the brake master cylinder issue?
- Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder. If the master cylinder is found to be leaking, the brake booster will also be replaced. All repairs will be performed free of charge to the owner under Ford's recall number 25S37.
- My vehicle is a 2018 Ford F-150. How do I know if it's part of this recall?
- Owner notification letters were mailed on September 25, 2025. You can also contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 and reference recall number 25S37 or NHTSA ID 25V236000 to check if your specific 2018 Ford F-150 is included.
What Ford F-150 owners report
Counted from the records in our database across 46 model years.
- 39,812
- Owner complaints
- 226
- Recalls
- 2,759
- Service bulletins
- 1,679
- Crashes reported
- 2,104
- Fires reported
- 1,496
- Injuries reported
The 2018 model year
2,327 complaints, the 3rd most of 46 model years on file. Owners reported 64 crashes, 33 fires and 52 injuries for this year, which also has 19 recalls on file.
Service Brakes and Hydraulic, the system this article covers, accounts for 3,838 of 39,812 complaints (10%), including 92 for 2018.
Complaints by model year
| 1997 | 2,758 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 2,029 | |
| 2011 | 2,194 | |
| 2012 | 1,784 | |
| 2013 | 2,994 | |
| 2014 | 1,539 | |
| 2015 | 1,746 | |
| 2016 | 2,093 | |
| 2017 | 1,465 | |
| 2018 | 2,327 |
Most-reported systems
- Power Train — 9,483
- Engine — 4,618
- Electrical System — 4,362
- Service Brakes — 3,838
- Vehicle Speed Control — 2,924
Latest recalls for the 2018 model year
- 26V373000 — Exterior Lighting (Jun 2026)
- 26V375000 — Power Train (Jun 2026)
- 25V236000 — Service Brakes, Hydraulic (Apr 2025)
Recent owner reports about service brakes and hydraulic
The brake hydraulic system on my 2018 Ford F-150 failed. The vehicle rapidly lost brake fluid, the brake pedal began sinking, and there was no obvious external brake-fluid leak.
Read owner complaints →While driving my brakes went from normal, to squishy, to total loss of brakes. Brake indicator light came on while in the squishy phase. After avoid collision by nothing other than sure luck I was able to slow the vehicle and use the emergency brake to stop.
Complaints are owner reports filed with NHTSA. They are unverified, and counts depend on how many vehicles were sold, so they are not a failure rate.
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