RecallNHTSA 25E042000Published

Ford Motor Company: service brakes, hydraulic

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain Trailer Brake Controllers sold as accessory parts for 2021-2022 F-150 vehicles with part numbers ML3Z-19H332-AA, ML3Z-19H332-BA and ML3Z-19H332-CA. This recall includes vehicles equipped with the recalled accessory parts that were previously repaired incorrectly under recall 22E045. The trailer brake controllers may fail to apply the trailer brakes when towing a trailer equipped with an electric or electric-over-hydraulic brake system.

What to check on the product label

Compare the exact product and every lot, model, serial range or date listed in the official notice. A similar name alone does not establish that your product is included.

Identifiers in this source record

FORD ACCESSORY PARTS F-150 TRAILER BRAKE CTRLManufacturer campaign: 25S73Part: ML3Z-19H332-CAPart: ML3Z-19H332-BAPart: ML3Z-19H332-AA
Details to have ready

Vehicle: VIN plus the year, make and model. Car seat or equipment: Manufacturer, model and production date from the label. Tire: Brand, tire line, size and DOT tire identification number.

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Why this notice was issued

Loss of trailer brake functionality could result in extended stopping distance, increasing the risk of a crash.

Official action

Dealers will update the integrated trailer brake control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 29, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S73.

Follow the specific instructions and use the contact details in the announcement if you need help confirming a match or arranging the remedy.

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Product & source details

Product
FORD ACCESSORY PARTS F-150 TRAILER BRAKE CTRL
Brand or manufacturer
FORD ACCESSORY PARTS
Source
NHTSA
Notice type
Recall
Source reference
25E042000
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