2024 Ford Bronco Fuel Pump Recall (25V597)
Ford Motor Company · 9 vehicles · Reported September 11, 2025
Ford Motor Company is recalling 9 2024 Ford Bronco; 2024 Ford Ranger vehicles. The bolts securing the high pressure fuel pump may not be tightened properly, which can result in a fuel leak. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire. Dealers will make the repair free of charge.
Recall 25V597 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 25V597000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | 25S90 |
| Date reported to NHTSA | September 11, 2025 |
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Vehicles | 2024 Ford Bronco; 2024 Ford Ranger |
| Units affected | 9 |
| Build dates | December 19, 2024 to December 19, 2024 |
| Component | Fuel System, Gasoline > Delivery > Fuel Pump |
| Safety risk | A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire. |
| Fix | Available at dealers |
What is wrong with the 2024 Ford Bronco in recall 25V597?
The bolts securing the high pressure fuel pump may not be tightened properly, which can result in a fuel leak.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 Bronco and Ranger vehicles. The bolts securing the high pressure fuel pump may not be tightened properly, which can result in a fuel leak.
Is it safe to drive a 2024 Bronco with recall 25V597?
NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
There is no do-not-drive order on this campaign. If your Bronco shows warning lights or behaves differently in a way that involves the fuel pump, have it checked before driving further.
Which vehicles are included in recall 25V597?
Recall 25V597 covers 9 vehicles: 2024 Ford Bronco; 2024 Ford Ranger.
NHTSA lists 9 vehicles in this campaign, built December 19, 2024 to December 19, 2024. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Ford | Bronco |
| 2024 | Ford | Ranger |
What is the fix for the Bronco fuel pump recall?
Yes. Dealers will replace the high pressure fuel pump mounting bolts, free of charge.
Dealers will replace the high pressure fuel pump mounting bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 25, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S90.
When was recall 25V597 announced?
Ford Motor Company reported recall 25V597 to NHTSA on September 11, 2025. NHTSA lists the owner letter date as September 25, 2025.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| December 19, 2024 | First affected vehicle built (per Ford Motor Company's filing). |
| December 19, 2024 | Last affected vehicle built. |
| September 11, 2025 | Ford Motor Company filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 25V597000. |
| September 25, 2025 | Owner notification letters mailed (per NHTSA). |
This recall was filed 12 months ago, and vehicles were built over a span of 0 days. If your Bronco was built in that window, the VIN check below is the way to confirm it is included.
How do I check if my Bronco is part of recall 25V597?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 25V597 is open on your Bronco, it will be listed there.
The fastest check is NHTSA’s VIN lookup. Type in the 17 characters from your registration or insurance card. Because only some 2024 Bronco vehicles are included, the VIN check is the only reliable way to know. A brand-new recall may take several days to show up.
What should Bronco owners do about recall 25V597?
Check your VIN, schedule the free recall repair, and keep a repair order for every dealer visit.
- Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm recall 25V597000 applies to your Bronco.
- Book the recall appointment with any authorized Ford dealer. Ask up front whether parts are available and how long the vehicle will be there.
- Get a repair order for every visit, even if the dealer only inspects the vehicle. Read it before you leave and make sure your complaint is written the way you described it.
- Keep a simple log of any fuel pump symptoms with dates and mileage. Video of a warning light or the problem happening is strong evidence.
- Count the days the vehicle is at the dealer. Days out of service add up toward California's 30-day presumption.
- If the recall repair does not fix it, or the vehicle keeps going back for the same issue, talk to a lemon law attorney.
What are Bronco owners reporting to NHTSA?
Owners have filed 159 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 9 of them about the fuel system.
Since recall 25V597 was reported on September 11, 2025, owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA about the fuel system on these vehicles. 4 of them (57%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt.
How we counted: we matched NHTSA owner complaints for the model years in this recall that list the fuel system and were received on or after September 11, 2025, then flagged narratives that describe a repeat failure or a problem returning after a dealer repair, recall service or software update. Data from NHTSA, accessed October 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports and may involve a related fuel system issue rather than this exact defect; automated text matching can miss or misread some reports.
NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 159 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 9 of them involve the fuel system. Complaints are reports from owners and have not been verified by NHTSA, but a high count for the same component is a sign the problem is widespread.
- 2024 Ford Ranger: 84 complaints in total, 7 about the fuel system
- 2024 Ford Bronco: 75 complaints in total, 2 about the fuel system
A few excerpts from owner complaints filed with NHTSA (unverified, lightly trimmed):
The truck randomly loses power, sometimes after rounding a corner, getting into turn lane, or over a speedbump the accelerator is dead for 1-2 seconds and the truck does not move forward. It has left me in a precarious position in the middle of the road with on coming traffic.
2024 Ford Ranger owner, FL, NHTSA complaint 11681991, filed August 20, 2025
I purchased a Ford Ranger truck with an EPA/NHTSA fuel economy label stating 20 mpg city and 25 mpg highway, 22 mpg combined. In reality, despite proper maintenance, the vehicle achieves only 16.26 mpg combined and as low as 14.72 mpg in city.
2024 Ford Ranger owner, TX, NHTSA complaint 11702371, filed December 1, 2025
Loss of power/accelleration. Multiple times. Issue has always occurred when turning left quickly then trying to accellerate. to make the immediate uphill. The accellerator goes dead for 3-4 seconds, then works. Engine RPM does not speed up when commanded, but then does after several seconds.
2024 Ford Ranger owner, KS, NHTSA complaint 11703525, filed December 7, 2025
Can recall 25V597 make my Bronco a lemon in California?
Not by itself. A recall repair that fails, or repeat dealer visits for the same defect, can support a California lemon law claim.
Recall 25V597000 does not automatically make your Bronco a lemon. California's Song-Beverly Act asks two questions: does a warranty defect substantially impair the vehicle's use, value or safety, and did the manufacturer fail to fix it in a reasonable number of tries (Civ. Code 1793.2(d))?
Fuel system defects can cause stalling, fuel leaks or a fire risk. Repeat stalling after a recall repair is a strong sign the fix did not work.
This is not the first recall for this problem. When a manufacturer has to recall the same fuel pump again, that suggests the earlier fix did not work. If your 2024 Ford Bronco has had this repair more than once, keep every repair order.
Earlier campaigns on these vehicles involving the same component: 25V455000.
For the first 18 months or 18,000 miles, California presumes the manufacturer had enough chances if the Bronco went in two or more times for a defect likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for the same defect, or spent more than 30 days in the shop (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Direct notice to the manufacturer is required for some of these. The presumption is a shortcut, not the only path to a claim.
An owner who prevails in a lemon law case can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
In our cases, a recall repair visit counts as a repair attempt, and it's strongest when the owner complained about the problem before the recall came out. A recall shows the defect is real and that enough owners reported it for the manufacturer to issue a fix.
The biggest mistake I see is waiting too long. The mileage offset starts at your first repair visit for the problem, so the sooner you take it in, the better. If the problem comes and goes, take it in when it happens. You can't go back to that date later.
If you get a recall notice, call a lemon law attorney right away. You may have taken the car in for the same problem before and forgotten, or there may be other recalls related to it.
Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320), Founder and Managing Attorney. Quotes lightly edited for clarity. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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Frequently asked questions about recall 25V597
Did the recall 25V597 fix work?
Since recall 25V597 was reported on September 11, 2025, owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA about the fuel system on these vehicles. 4 of them (57%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt. If your vehicle still has the problem after the recall repair, go back to the dealer, get a repair order, and talk to a lemon law attorney.
When will owners be notified?
According to NHTSA, owner notification letters were or are scheduled to be mailed September 25, 2025.
Is the 25V597000 recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers.
How do I know if my Bronco is part of recall 25V597000?
Enter your 17-character VIN in NHTSA's recall lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or call a dealer. The VIN is on your registration, insurance card and the lower corner of the windshield.
Does a recall mean my car is a lemon?
Not on its own. A lemon law claim depends on whether a covered defect keeps coming back or keeps the vehicle out of service. A recall repair that fails, or repeat visits for the same problem, can support a claim.
Does the recall fixing my car mean I have no case?
Not necessarily. Even if the recall repair fixed it, you may still have a case, and a car that's a year or more old can still qualify.
Do used cars qualify for California lemon law?
We take certified pre-owned, demo and dealer vehicles. Since the California Supreme Court's Rodriguez decision in 2024, ordinary used cars generally do not qualify.
How long does a recall lemon law case take?
Recall-related cases typically resolve in one to three months from your first call. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
What does a lemon law attorney cost?
You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
Sources
- NHTSA recall record 25V597000 (recall report and owner letters are posted there)
- NHTSA complaints and recalls data, accessed October 1, 2026
- California Civil Code 1793.2 and 1793.22
Attorney advertising. America’s Lemon Lawyer is a trade name of Wynn Law Group, APC. Responsible attorney: Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320). This page is general information, not legal advice. America’s Lemon Lawyer is not affiliated with NHTSA or Ford. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.