Ford Motor Company has announced a recall of over 355,000 trucks due to a defect in the instrument panel cluster, which may prevent the display of critical safety information. The recall affects 278,000 2025 F-150 pickups and 77,000 full-size 2025 and 2026 models, including the F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, and F-550 SD, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
The issue arises from a software glitch that can cause the dashboard display to remain blank at startup , leaving drivers without access to essential information like speed and warning lights. This defect increases the risk of accidents, as drivers may be unaware of vital vehicle conditions. Ford has not reported any crashes or injuries related to the defect.
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