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2025 Ford F-150 HYBRID

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Excellent Reliability

Quick Summary

The 2025 Ford F-150 HYBRID has 26 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 0.2x the segment average of 140. The most common issue is brakes problems (23% of all complaints), specifically: brakes failed on my 2025 f150 and several abs and brake system alarms came in. the problem went away on its own. i took the truck to my dealer and was told ford is aware of the problem and does not have a fix. no other advice was given.. There are 2 recalls issued for this model year.

26

Total Complaints

2

Recalls Issued

/5

Safety Stars

0.2x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems(top 5 of 8)

BRAKES

6 complaints
23%
  • Brakes failed on my 2025 F150 and several ABS and brake system alarms came in. The problem went away on its own. I took the truck to my dealer and was told Ford is aware of the problem and does not have a fix. No other advice was given.
  • While driving, a vehicle began stopping in front of me. I attempted to stop, however my braking power seemed heavily reduced. Eventually the emergency automatic braking kicked in and engaged my emergency brake. I barely stopped in time. Simultaneously, several warning lights appeared on my dash incl
  • While driving roughly 30-40mph, there was complete loss of brakes. complete soft pedal to the floor with no brake function. ABS and Brake lights flash on dash board, parking brake malfunction warning. No prior warnings, issues, messages indicating need for brake service. My wife and kids were in th
Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

Brakes failed on my 2025 F150 and several ABS and brake system alarms came in. The problem went away on its own. I took the truck to my dealer and was told Ford is aware of the problem and does not have a fix. No other advice was given.

— NHTSA complaint filing

Recalls (2)

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:FUSES, RELAYS, CONTACTS, AND SHUNTS28/03/2025

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 F-150 full hybrid electric (FHEV) vehicles. The high voltage battery junction box may contain an incorrect fuse, which can fail and result in a sudden loss of drive power.

Risk: A sudden loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the incorrect 60-amp fuse with a 150-amp fuse, 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 25S29.

Estimated Insurance Cost for 2025 Ford F-150 HYBRID

Estimate only, not a quote. Modeled from NAIC + HLDI averages for a hypothetical 35-year-old driver with clean record + full coverage. Your actual quote depends heavily on your age, driving history, credit, ZIP code, and insurer.
Full coverage / year
$1,848
Full coverage / month
$154
Liability only / year
$611
vs US avg
+10%
How this estimate is calculated
US base full-coverage premium$1674
× state (US)1.00x
× vehicle class (sedan-midsize)0.96x
× theft risk1.00x
× safety rating1.00x
× vehicle age1.15x
= Full coverage estimate$1848

Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.

Maintenance & Warranty

Recommended Ford F-150 HYBRID Service Intervals

Oil change
8K mi / 12 mo
Tire rotation
8K mi
Brake fluid
36 months
Transmission fluid
30K mi
Engine coolant
100K mi
Spark plugs
100K mi
Cabin air filter
20K mi
Engine air filter
30K mi
Differential (AWD/4WD)
30K mi

IOLM (Intelligent Oil Life Monitor) may signal earlier. Older 5.4L Triton engines have specific service needs — check the manual.

"Severe service" conditions (heavy towing, extreme temps, city stop-and-go) typically halve these intervals. Always consult your vehicle's owner's manual for the authoritative schedule.

Ford New-Vehicle Warranty Coverage

Bumper-to-bumper (basic)
3 yr / 36K mi
Powertrain
5 yr / 60K mi
Hybrid/EV battery
8 yr / 100K mi
Corrosion (rust perforation)
5 yr / unlimited mi
Roadside assistance
5 yr / 60K mi

Estimated Repair Costs

BRAKES(~50K mi)
$500
TRANSMISSION(~50K mi)
$500
DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS(~50K mi)
$500
BODY/STRUCTURE(~50K mi)
$500
STEERING(~50K mi)
$500

Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 26 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

  • BRAKES: Brakes failed on my 2025 F150 and several ABS and brake system alarms came in. The problem went away on its own. I took the truck to my dealer and was told Ford is aware of the problem and does not have a fix. No other advice was given.

    Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500

  • TRANSMISSION: The first indication of a problem was a red "SERVICE CHARGING SYSTEM NOW" message at 121 total vehicle miles and continued to be intermittent. The vehicle was returned to the selling Ford dealership the next day. After a day in the service department, they were unable to duplicate the problem. Thi

    Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500

  • DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS: I would like to discuss a failure and concern with my new 2025 Ford F150. The Failure: While driving down the highway with Blue Cruise engaged and in control, the truck quickly veered off to the right. I immediately grabbed the steering wheel to correct the direction of the truck to avoid being dr

    Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500

  • BODY/STRUCTURE: The contact owns a 2025 Ford F-150. The contact stated that upon inspecting underneath the vehicle, he noticed an abnormal amount of rust on the exhaust filter, brackets, exhaust system, muffler, bolts, and screws. No warning lights were illuminated. The local dealer was not contacted; however, the

    Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500

  • RECALLS: Verify all 2 recalls have been completed — free at any Ford dealer
  • General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)

Ford F-150 HYBRID — Year Comparison

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NHTSA Safety Rating

No NHTSA safety rating available

At a Glance

Complaints
26
Recalls
2
Fire reports
0
Crash reports
0
Injury reports
0
Segment avg
140

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