Trailer brakes may fail
Defect Summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain trailer brake controllers sold as accessory parts for 2021-2022 f-150 vehicles with part numbers ml3z-19h332-aa, ml3z-19h332-ba and ml3z-19h332-ca. This recall includes vehicles equipped with the recalled accessory parts that were previously repaired incorrectly under recall 22e045. The trailer brake controllers may fail to apply the trailer brakes when towing a trailer equipped with an electric or electric-over-hydraulic brake system.
Safety Consequence
Loss of trailer brake functionality could result in extended stopping distance, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will update the integrated trailer brake control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed august 29, 2025. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25s73.
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FAQ: Recall 25E042000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 25E042000?
NHTSA recall 25E042000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on June 27, 2025. It addresses: Trailer brakes may fail. The recall affects approximately 4 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 25E042000 or the manufacturer campaign number 25S73. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-20. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.