2022-2025 Ford E-Transit Axle Shaft Recall (25V860)

Recall 25V860 at a glance

What is wrong with the 2022-2025 Ford E-Transit in recall 25V860?

The left rear axle half shaft may partially disengage from the power drive unit, which can result in a loss of drive power.

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2025 E-Transit vehicles. The left rear axle half shaft may partially disengage from the power drive unit, which can result in a loss of drive power.

Is it safe to drive a 2022-2025 E-Transit with recall 25V860?

NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash. In addition, a half shaft that is not fully engaged to the primary drive unit can result in a vehicle rollaway if the parking brake is not applied, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

NHTSA describes the risk this way: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash. In addition, a half shaft that is not fully engaged to the primary drive unit can result in a vehicle rollaway if the parking brake is not applied, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

There is no do-not-drive order on this campaign. If your E-Transit shows warning lights or behaves differently in a way that involves the axle shaft, have it checked before driving further.

Which vehicles are included in recall 25V860?

Recall 25V860 covers 32,160 vehicles: 2022-2025 Ford E-Transit.

NHTSA lists 32,160 vehicles in this campaign. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.

What is the fix for the E-Transit axle shaft recall?

Yes. Dealer will inspect and replace the rear half shaft and power drive unit components as necessary, free of charge.

Dealer will inspect and replace the rear half shaft and power drive unit components as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 3, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SD9. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 15, 2025.

When was recall 25V860 announced?

Ford Motor Company reported recall 25V860 to NHTSA on December 12, 2025. NHTSA lists the owner letter date as April 3, 2026.

This recall was filed 9 months ago. If your E-Transit was built in that window, the VIN check below is the way to confirm it is included.

How do I check if my E-Transit is part of recall 25V860?

Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 25V860 is open on your E-Transit, 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 2022-2025 E-Transit 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 E-Transit owners do about recall 25V860?

Check your VIN, schedule the free recall repair, and keep a repair order for every dealer visit.

1. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm recall 25V860000 applies to your E-Transit.
2. Call a Ford dealer and schedule the recall repair. Ask how long the repair takes and whether parts are in stock.
3. Keep a copy of every repair order. Check that each one lists your complaint, the mileage, and the dates in and out.
4. Keep a simple log of any axle shaft symptoms with dates and mileage. Video of a warning light or the problem happening is strong evidence.
5. Count the days the vehicle is at the dealer. Days out of service add up toward California's 30-day presumption.
6. 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 E-Transit owners reporting to NHTSA?

Too few NHTSA complaints about the ev and hybrid battery have been filed since recall 25V860 was reported (0) to say whether the fix is holding.

NHTSA’s public complaint database does not list owner complaints for these vehicles yet. That is common for new models and for recalls a manufacturer finds through its own testing.

Can recall 25V860 make my E-Transit 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 25V860000 does not automatically make your E-Transit 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))?

Battery and electric drive repairs are among the slowest repairs in the industry. A 2022-2025 Ford E-Transit waiting on a battery module or drive unit can sit at the dealer for weeks, and every day counts toward the 30-day figure in California's lemon law presumption.

A remedy is available. Many vehicles are fixed on the first try. If the problem returns after the recall repair, or the 2022-2025 Ford E-Transit has needed other repairs for the same defect, those visits count toward a lemon law claim.

Civil Code 1793.22(b) sets out a presumption that applies in the first 18 months or 18,000 miles: two or more repair attempts for a defect likely to cause death or serious bodily injury, four or more attempts for the same defect, or more than 30 total days out of service for repairs. Written notice to the manufacturer is required in some cases. Owners outside that window can still have 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.

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