Ford Ranger recalled over injury risk

Recall date

October 9, 2025

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Ford Motor Company recalls 2025 Ford Ranger

Recall number

25V678000

Brand / firm

Ford

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 405 units

Why it was recalled

An air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury in a crash.

What was recalled

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Ranger vehicles. The instrument panel top cover may prevent the passenger air bag from deploying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

What to do

Dealers will replace the instrument panel assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 26, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C54. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on October 14, 2025.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.