NHTSA Campaign 25V393000
SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY
Issued by Ford Motor Company · Reported Jun 13, 2025 · 304,662 vehicles affected
What's wrong
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Aviator, and Explorer vehicles. The switch for the easy-entry second-row outer seats may bind or stick, resulting in the seats unlatching, folding, or sliding unexpectedly while driving.
Consequence
A seat that moves unexpectedly may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing their risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the second-row seat switch, and replace the bezel around the switch as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 7, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S67.
Vehicles affected by this recall
| Make | Model | Year | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| FORD | EXPLORER | 2020 | 304,662 |
| FORD | EXPLORER | 2021 | 304,662 |
| FORD | EXPLORER | 2022 | 304,662 |
| FORD | EXPLORER | 2023 | 304,662 |
| FORD | EXPLORER | 2024 | 304,662 |
| FORD | EXPLORER | 2025 | 304,662 |
| LINCOLN | AVIATOR | 2020 | 304,662 |
| LINCOLN | AVIATOR | 2021 | 304,662 |
| LINCOLN | AVIATOR | 2022 | 304,662 |
| LINCOLN | AVIATOR | 2023 | 304,662 |
| LINCOLN | AVIATOR | 2024 | 304,662 |
| LINCOLN | AVIATOR | 2025 | 304,662 |
Source: NHTSA Campaign 25V393000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.