Quick Facts at a Glance
- Recall Date
- August 22, 2025
- Hazard Level
- HIGH
- Brands
- Ford, FORD
- Category
- Vehicles & Parts
- Sold At
- Unknown
- At-Risk Groups
- GENERAL
What to Do Now
Use this page like a recall checklist: verify the product first, then act on the official remedy.
Immediate steps
- 1Stop using the product until you confirm whether it is included in the recall.
- 2Compare the product label, model number, UPC, color, size, and purchase location against the identifiers below.
- 3Follow the official remedy from National Highway Traffic Safety Administration; save photos, receipts, labels, and correspondence before contacting the company.
- 4If the product could harm a child, older adult, pet, or patient, move it out of reach immediately.
Check these identifiers
- Brand
- Ford, FORD
- Product type
- Automotive Instrument Cluster
- Model numbers
- F-250 SD, F-550 SD, F-450 SD, F-350 SD, F-150
- Sold at
- Unknown
Recall Timeline
Key dates and source checks for this recall record.
Recall announced
August 22, 2025
Reported by NHTSA
August 22, 2025
RecallRadar source check
April 18, 2026
Consumer action
Use the official remedy and keep documentation.
Hazard Information
An instrument panel display that does not show critical information, such as warning lights or vehicle speed, increases the risk of a crash.
What You Should Do
The instrument panel cluster software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 5, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S88.
About This Product
The Ford F-Series is a line of full-size pickup trucks and commercial trucks. The Instrument Panel Cluster provides essential vehicle data and warning indicators.
Why This Is Dangerous
A startup IPC failure can prevent warnings and speed data from displaying, increasing crash risk until updated.
Industry Context
This recall is not part of a broader industry pattern.
Real-World Impact
Owners may experience dashboard blank displays at startup, delaying awareness of warnings and speed.
Practical Guidance
How to identify if yours is affected
- Check model year and VIN range for affected 2025-2026 F-550 SD, F-450 SD, F-350 SD, F-250 SD and 2025 F-150.
- Monitor for IPC startup failures or blank displays.
- Look up recall 25S88 on Ford or NHTSA sites.
Where to find product info
NHTSA recall page and Ford customer service; recall 25S88.
What timeline to expect
OTA or dealer updates at no charge; notification letters mailed 2025-09-05.
If the manufacturer is unresponsive
- Escalate to Ford customer service; file a complaint with NHTSA if necessary.
- Keep records of all communications and update receipts.
How to prevent similar issues
- Ensure vehicle software is up to date when updates are available.
- Check for OTA capability on your vehicle settings.
- Register for recall notifications from Ford or NHTSA.
Documentation advice
Retain recall notice, note update date, VIN, and service records.
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Product Details
Model: F-250 SD, plus 2025-2026 F-550 SD, F-450 SD, F-350 SD, and 2025 F-150. Recall number: 25S88. Recall date: 2025-08-22. Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company. Component: Electrical System, Instrument Cluster/Panel. Remedy: Software update via dealer or OTA. Sold in: Unknown. Price: Unknown.
Reported Incidents
No specific incident counts are provided in the recall notice.
Key Facts
- Hazard: IPC startup failure could hide critical warnings
- Remedy: IPC software update via dealer or OTA
- Hazard level: HIGH
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