NHTSA Campaign 25V316000

STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS

Issued by Ford Motor Company · Reported May 9, 2025 · 206 vehicles affected

What's 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.

Consequence

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.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
FORD EXPLORER 2025 206
LINCOLN AVIATOR 2025 206

Source: NHTSA Campaign 25V316000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.