Table 1 shows one common engine and engine cooling related problems of the 2025 Ford F-150.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Engine And Engine Cooling problems |
My truck is a 2025 Ford f150 stx with 5,900 miles on it. This truck was purchased new at river city Ford in lavalette, wv the component in questions seems to be involved with the turbos and more specifically the wastegate that attached to the turbos. Also, yes, it would be available for inspection. I am unsure if it is a true safety concern as Ford says it is not and it is normal operation. However, with it making the rattling sound that it does I would believe that it could cause damage or that it's not normal operation. Yes, the problem has been confirmed by the dealer on 2 visits now but Ford refuses to do any type of repair as they say this is normal. It has only been inspected by Ford technicians the problem appeared over a month ago and is still happening every time I drive the vehicle.
The contact owns a 2025 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, the engine revved, and while idling, there was a knocking sound coming from the engine. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and was diagnosed with bearing damage caused by a defective connecting rod and rod bearings, which caused the engine failure. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact researched online and became aware of NHTSA campaign number: 25v344000 (engine and engine cooling); however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was informed of the failure by the dealer; however, the contact had not spoken with the manufacturer. The manufacturer opened a case for the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 1,000.
When I am parking the truck, I press and hold the brake pedal, while the truck shifter in in "drive", I press the start/stop button to shut truck down, the shifter gets stuck in "drive" and doesn't automatically shift in to park. The truck locks down and will not operate as the shifter locks in "drive" and won't shift. This happened to me while travelling and was stuck in middle of no where for hours. Here are some troubleshooting tips from various reddit posts. . . Immediate troubleshooting steps battery disconnect: disconnect both 12v battery terminals (including the small one, if equipped) for 5-10 minutes to reset the system. Manual park release: locate the manual release lever (often under a small cover near the shifter or under the steering wheel) to force it into park. Restart sequence: turn the truck off, wait 1-2 minutes, and attempt to restart. Check battery voltage: a weak battery (under ) can cause shifter interlock issues.
My 2025 F-150 tremor (5. 0 v8, 402a package with modular front bumper) has a large open area in the front bumper. Through this opening you can clearly see the front of the engine and related components. This appears to be a design issue rather than a one-off build problem. Other 2025 tremor owners with the same 402a modular bumper are reporting the same concern and asking whether a cover is missing from the factory. My concern is that the exposed opening could allow rocks, road debris, or off-road obstacles to directly impact vital components at highway speed or when driving on rough/uneven surfaces. This may increase the risk of damage, fluid leaks, or sudden loss of power/steering if components are struck. It also appears inconsistent with typical under-engine protection on off-road-oriented trims. I am asking NHTSA to review whether this bumper configuration provides adequate protection for critical components on the 2025 F-150 tremor and whether a design change or shield/plate is needed for safety.
On September 19, 2025, my wife was at the wheel of our 2025 Ford F-150 lightning (VIN: [xxx] ), a vehicle we had leased just months earlier on June 22, 2025, from sam galloway Ford at [xxx] . Traveling at a mere 15-20 mph when she was involved in a routine multi-vehicle collision (no citations were issued). No collision warning was sounded. The front-end impact triggered an instantaneous and ferocious eruption of flames from the truck's forward section. The vehicle was swiftly consumed in a raging inferno, leading to its complete and irreparable destruction. My wife narrowly escaped with her life, scrambling from the cab amid the explosive intensification of the fire while relying on the urgent assistance of bystanders to reach safety—mere seconds from what could have been a fatal entrapment. She endured profound terror, acute anxiety, and an overwhelming fear for her very survival in the face of this abrupt and merciless blaze. Responding emergency crews, including the fire department, pinpointed the origin at the vehicle's front end, aligning with hallmarks of a catastrophic battery or electrical malfunction. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).
Truck is brand new and keeps having engine failure. Truck is not driveable on multiple occasions. Multiple dealers have assessed and goes unrepaired. First dealer cleared light and did not repair despite loss of communication codes present.