Ford Motor Company has issued an urgent recall and “Do Not Drive” warning for a limited number of its 2025 Super Duty trucks due to a potentially dangerous defect in the brake pedal assembly that could lead to a complete loss of braking power.

The recall affects 2,345 vehicles across the Super Duty lineup, from the F-250 to the F-550. According to the automaker, the issue centers around a possibly missing spring in the brake pedal assembly, a small but critical component responsible for ensuring braking responsiveness.

The problem first came to light in late May when team members at Ford’s Kentucky Truck Plant alerted the company’s Critical Concerns Review Group (CCRG) after identifying a defect in the brake pedal of a 2025 F-350. A troubling report followed shortly after, documenting a technician’s experience during a pre-delivery inspection in which the brake pedal moved freely with no resistance—indicating a complete lack of braking force.

By early June, a second incident had been reported involving another F-350. In that case, a technician discovered a missing spring during a routine inspection. Further investigation by CCRG revealed that both affected trucks had been assembled by a new operator still in training. Complicating matters, a camera system meant to monitor the production line was found to be malfunctioning at times, leaving Ford without visual confirmation that the affected trucks were built correctly.

As a result, Ford is recalling all potentially impacted trucks out of an abundance of caution.

“We are taking immediate steps to ensure the safety of our customers,” the company said in a statement. “Owners of affected vehicles are being notified and instructed not to drive their trucks until they have been inspected and, if necessary, repaired by a certified Ford dealer.”

The company has already begun reaching out to owners and coordinating with dealerships to perform the necessary inspections and repairs.

This recall underscores the vital role of quality control in vehicle manufacturing and highlights the importance of pre-delivery inspections in catching potentially life-threatening defects before vehicles hit the road.

Customers with questions are encouraged to contact their local Ford dealer or visit Ford’s website for more information on the recall and next steps.

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration; Photo: Ford