Ford recalls 2022 Expedition vehicles with electrical system software error that may cause trailer brakes to fail, increasing crash risk. Owners must update software at dealerships.
Loss of trailer brake functionality can extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
Ford is recalling 2022 Expedition vehicles with a software error that can cause trailer brakes to fail. This increases stopping distance and crash risk when towing trailers. Affected vehicles were previously repaired under recall 22V-193.
A software error in the trailer brake control system can cause towed trailers with electric or electric-over-hydraulic brakes to fail to brake properly. This increases stopping distance and raises crash risk when towing.
Owners of 2022 Ford Expedition vehicles with trailer brakes that were previously repaired under recall 22V-193. Those towing trailers with electric or electric-over-hydraulic brakes are most at risk.
Check if your 2022 Expedition was previously repaired under recall 22V-193. The recall covers vehicles with trailer brakes that may not function correctly due to a software error.
Dealers will update the integrated trailer brake control module software for free.
Call 1-866-436-7332 to confirm your vehicle is affected and schedule service.
Dealers will update the integrated trailer brake control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 11, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S18.
A software error in the trailer brake control system can cause towed trailers with electric or electric-over-hydraulic brakes to fail to brake properly, increasing stopping distance and crash risk.
Your 2022 Expedition was previously repaired under recall number 22V-193. Check with your dealer or contact Ford customer service.
If you tow a trailer with electric or electric-over-hydraulic brakes, you must update the software to prevent brake failure.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Ford to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 25V132000 — Ford Ford Hello, I own a Ford that is covered by recall 25V132000 from Ford. The official recall notice states: Dealers will update the integrated trailer brake control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 11, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S18. 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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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
