NHTSA recall 25V-316: Structure

Ford Motor Company · Reported May 9, 2025 · 2 affected model years

Structure recall

25V-316
May 9, 2025 · Ford Motor Company
Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Explorer and Aviator vehicles. A mounting bolt for the front subframe may have been tightened improperly.
Safety risk
A loose subframe bolt may reduce the vehicle's performance in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and tighten the subframe bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owners may contact Ford Customer Service at 1-866-436-7332. Owner notification letters were mailed May 21, 2025. Ford's number for this recall is 25S43.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign number25V316000
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
Report dateMay 9, 2025
ComponentStructure:Frame and Members
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

2025 Ford Explorer20 recalls total2025 Lincoln Aviator15 recalls total

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