Recall 25V-316
Ford Motor Company recalled the 2025 Ford Explorer and 1 other model: Structure (frame and members).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 25V-316
- Reported
- May 9, 2025
- Vehicles affected
- 206 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Explorer and Aviator vehicles. A mounting bolt for the front subframe may have been tightened improperly.
The risk
A loose subframe bolt may reduce the vehicle's performance in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and tighten the subframe bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owners may contact Ford Customer Service at 1-[removed]. Owner notification letters were mailed May 21, 2025. Ford's number for this recall is 25S43.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at [removed] (TTY [removed]) or go to nhtsa.gov.
Affected vehicles
- Ford Explorer 2025
- Lincoln Aviator 2025