Ford Motor Company has issued a major safety recall affecting 355,656 U.S. trucks due to software issues that can cause the instrument panel cluster (IPC) to go blank at startup.
Why the Recall?
The recall targets 2025 Ford F-150s through 2026 Super Duty models, including F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, and F-550 SD, that were fitted with a digital dashboard module introduced in June 2024 and phased out in July 2025. At engine start, the display may fail to power up, leaving drivers unable to see speed, warnings, gauges, or fuel level. That raises crash risk, even though no injuries or accidents have been linked to the issue so far.
Fix: Free Software Update
Ford is offering a free software remedy. Truck owners will get notified by mail around early September 2025. They can either:
- Receive an over-the-air (OTA) update,
- Or visit a Ford or Lincoln dealer for the fix.
Internally, Ford identified the issue as a memory protection fault, tied to a CAN-bus wake-up signal during ignition. About 95 warranty claims had been filed by June.
AutoEvolution’s breakdown shows production windows:
- F-150s built between May 14, 2024 – July 25, 2025
- Super Duty trucks built June 6, 2024 – July 22, 2025
Context: A Record Year of Recalls
This recall caps an unprecedented year of safety notices by Ford:
- Nearly 700,000 Bronco Sport and Escape models recalled for fuel injector cracks
- Over 850,000 vehicles pulled back due to fuel pump problems
- Recently, Ford also recalled nearly 500,000 SUVs for a brake fluid hose leak issue.
By late August 2025, Ford had issued 105 recall notices affecting nearly 7 million vehicles, the highest volume ever by a U.S. automaker in a single year.
Quick Specs Table
| Model(s) Affected | Approx. Units | Build Period | Fault Area | Repair Method |
| Ford F-150 (2025) | ~278,376 | May 14, 2024–Jul 25, 2025 | IPC software failure | OTA or dealer update |
| F-250 to F-550 SD (2025–26) | ~77,280 | Jun 6, 2024–Jul 22, 2025 | Same as above | Same as above |
Total affected: 355,656 vehicles
Author’s Note
As someone who spends time behind the wheel, a blank dashboard, even if temporary, feels unsettling. Ford’s OTA updates are a smart solution. But for many drivers, especially fleet owners or rural users, getting into a dealership isn’t always simple. If your truck is listed, it’s worth taking care of right away.
What Truck Owners Should Do
- Check your VIN at the NHTSA or Ford’s official recall lookup site.
- Watch for mail, owner notifications should arrive early September.
- Schedule the update, by phone if needed, or opt for OTA if available.
- Spread the word to other Ford owners. Safety updates are only effective when everyone takes action.
Bottom Line
This latest recall highlights how even software in critical systems like dashboards must be airtight. Ford’s rapid response and remote fixes are helpful, but the mounting volume of safety issues this year raises questions about quality control. Whether you rely on your F-150 for daily work or weekend adventures, it’s worth checking now.
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