2022–2023 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV Recall: Fasteners that secure the junction box bus bars inside the high-voltage…
NHTSA campaign 25V272000 · Electrical System · filed Apr 23, 2025 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 F-150 Lightning vehicles. The fasteners that secure the junction box bus bars inside the high-voltage battery pack may not have been tightened securely, which can cause electrical arcing at the busbars.
The risk
Electrical arcing increases the risk of a fire. In addition, a loss of drive power may occur, which can increase the risk of a crash.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
Dealers will inspect and repair the busbar fasteners and replace any damaged components as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 21, 2025. Owners may contact Ford Customer Service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S11. This recall expands previous recall number 24V-144.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Ford | F-150 Lightning BEV | 2022, 2023 |
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 25V272000 (manufacturer number 24S11). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.