Ford is recalling 2018 Expedition vehicles with brake fluid leaks that could increase stopping distance and crash risk. Free repairs available at dealerships.
A brake fluid leak can cause reduced brake function and extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
Ford is recalling 2018 Expedition vehicles that may have brake fluid leaks causing reduced braking power. This could lead to longer stopping distances and increase crash risk if not fixed. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1224782-ford-expedition-2018-brake-fluid-leak-risk-increases-crash-risk.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1224782-ford-expedition-2018-brake-fluid-leak-risk-increases-crash-risk · Updated October 4, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #25V236000
“Ford Expedition 2018: Brake Fluid Leak Risk Increases Crash Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 4, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1224782-ford-expedition-2018-brake-fluid-leak-risk-increases-crash-risk. Based on NHTSA recall 25V236000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=25V236000).
Brake fluid leaks from the front wheel circuit can flow into the brake booster, reducing braking power. This increases stopping distance and crash risk during normal driving.
Owners of 2018 Ford Expedition vehicles are affected. Drivers with brake fluid leaks are at higher risk of crashes.
Check if your 2018 Ford Expedition has a brake fluid leak. The recall covers vehicles with leaking master cylinders that may cause fluid to enter the brake booster.
Look for signs of brake fluid leakage around the front wheel circuit area.
Call 1-866-436-7332 to schedule a free repair at a dealer.
Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder. If the master cylinder is leaking, the brake booster will also be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 25, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S37. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall number 22V-150.
The brake master cylinder may allow brake fluid to leak from the front wheel circuit into the brake booster, reducing braking power.
Your 2018 Ford Expedition may be affected if it has a brake fluid leak from the front wheel circuit into the brake booster.
Contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 to schedule a free repair at a dealer.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Ford to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 25V236000 — Ford Ford Hello, I own a Ford that is covered by recall 25V236000 from Ford. The official recall notice states: Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder. If the master cylinder is leaking, the brake booster will also be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 25, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S37. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall number 22V-150. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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