— Ford F-150 Lightning battery fires have caused a recall of nearly 1,000 model year 2022-2024 F-150 Lightning battery electric vehicles.
Ford F-150 Lightning owners are warned to charge their batteries to a maximum of 80% battery capacity until repairs have been performed.
At least five Ford F-150 Lightning battery fires have been reported, in addition to one injury.
Ford says there is a manufacturing defect in the high voltage battery cells that may cause an internal short circuit.
To prevent Ford F-150 Lightning battery fires, dealerships will replace the high voltage battery arrays if necessary.
Owners of 2022-2024 Ford F-150 Lightning electric trucks should watch for battery fire recall letters after March 17, 2025.
With concerns about the F-150 Lightning battery fire recall, owners should call 866-436-7332 and ask about battery recall number 25S18.
