Right rear axle shaft may fail
Defect Summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2026 super duty f-250 and f-350 vehicles. The right rear axle shaft may have been improperly heat-treated during manufacturing and may break.
Safety Consequence
A broken rear axle shaft can result in a loss of drive power or vehicle rollaway when the vehicle is placed in park. either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the right rear axle shaft date code and replace the axle shaft as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed january 15, 2026. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25sd8. Vehicle identification numbers (vins) involved in this recall became searchable on nhtsa.gov on december 15, 2025.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Ford Motor Company or involving Power Train.
FAQ: Recall 25V866000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 25V866000?
NHTSA recall 25V866000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on December 12, 2025. It addresses: Right rear axle shaft may fail. The recall affects approximately 6,819 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 25V866000 or the manufacturer campaign number 25SD8. 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.