Ford’s recall streak grows: 500,000 more vehicles pulled for brake defects

Ford Motor is recalling nearly 500,000 vehicles nationwide over a brake fluid leak. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration issued the safety notice noting a rear brake ruptured hose could cause fluid to leak, extending the distance required to stop the vehicle, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.

This is the automaker’s 105th recall of the year, a record for any automaker, which it happened to break in just the first six months of 2025. The recalled models include Ford’s SUV Edge, from 2015 to 2018, in addition to the Lincoln MKX, from 2016 to 2018.

In its report, the NHTSA said only 1% of the recalled vehicles have the defect; Ford has not received any reports of accidents or injuries linked to the issue at this time, CNBC reported.

What should I do if my car is being recalled?

The NHTSA said letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed out on September 8, 2025. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, which is anticipated to be April 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service by phone at 1-866-436-7332. Ford’s number for this recall is 25S87.

Ford recall for faulty tail lights

In addition, Ford is also recalling over 213,000 vehicles over faulty tail lights. The NHTSA issued that safety notice for 2025 Ford Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles. According to the report, while towing, trailer tail lights may not light up as intended—due to an improperly manufactured body control module —reducing visibility to other drivers, increasing the
risk of a crash.

Ford by the numbers

Shares in the Ford Motor Company (F) were down nearly 2% at the time of this writing in midday trading on Thursday.

The automaker reported Q2 2025 earnings for the period ending on June 30, reinstating its full-year guidance, in which it beat expectations, but revealed it would take an estimated $2 billion hit from Trump tariffs.