NHTSA recall 25V-166: Power Train

Ford Motor Company · Reported March 14, 2025 · 3 affected model years

Power Train recall

25V-166
March 14, 2025 · Ford Motor Company
Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Explorer vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall numbers 23V-199 or 22V-255. The rear axle horizontal mounting bolt may fracture and cause the driveshaft to disconnect.
Safety risk
A disconnected driveshaft can result in vehicle rollaway when the vehicle is placed in park without the parking brake applied. A disconnected driveshaft can also result in a loss of drive power. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the powertrain control module (PCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 25, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S22.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign number25V166000
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
Report dateMarch 14, 2025
ComponentPower Train:Driveline:Driveshaft
Fixed over the airNo

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.

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Affected vehicles

2022 Ford Explorer24 recalls total2021 Ford Explorer27 recalls total2020 Ford Explorer35 recalls total

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