2025 Ford F-150 Hybrid — Seat belts: front: warning light/devices
Published July 28, 2025 · Recall initiated: July 25, 2025
Summary
NHTSA records recall 25V489000, published July 28, 2025 and initiated July 25, 2025. Recalling firm: Ford Motor Company; 2025 Ford F-150 Hybrid — Seat belts: front: warning light/devices.
What's the hazard
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 F-150 hybrid vehicles equipped with a 3.5L hybrid electric powertrain. When the driver or passenger's seat belt is not buckled and the vehicle is started, the audible warning chime may not activate as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection.
What to do
Dealers will update the audio control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 15, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C31.
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Recall details
- Brand
- FORD
- Model
- F-150 HYBRID
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Lot
- 2025 FORD F-150 HYBRID
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2025 Ford F-150 Hybrid — Seat belts: front: warning light/devices recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 25V489000 on July 28, 2025. Reported hazard: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 F-150 hybrid vehicles equipped with a 3.5L hybrid electric powertrain. When the driver or passenger's seat belt is not buckled and the vehicle is started, the audible warning chime may not activate as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection.
What should I do if I have this product?
Dealers will update the audio control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 15, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C31.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: FORD. Model: F-150 HYBRID.