NHTSA Vehicles recall ·
2020–2021 Ford Explorer and 1 more recall: Improperly Secured Seat Belt Buckle Anchor Bolts
- Recall number
- 25V093000
- Date
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Category
- Vehicles
- Recall type
- Vehicle
- Units affected
- 240510
- Hazard tags
- Crash risk Injury risk
Read the official NHTSA notice ↗
Affected vehicles
Not every vehicle of these models is affected. Enter your 17-character VIN on NHTSA.gov to check your vehicle.
Why was it recalled?
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Explorer and Aviator vehicles. The seat belt buckle anchor bolts at one or more seating positions may be improperly secured. Additionally, vehicles may have an improperly secured seat belt retractor anchor bolt and/or seat belt anchor bolt at the second-row center seating position, if equipped.
Consequence
A loose seat belt or seat belt buckle may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
What should you do?
Dealers will inspect seat belt buckle anchor bolts in all seating positions. Additionally, dealers will inspect the seat belt retractor anchor bolt and seat belt anchor bolt at the second-row center seating position, if equipped. If loose anchor bolts are found, the affected seat components will be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 5, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S09.
Manufacturer campaign number
25S09
Source: NHTSA (vehicles), recall 25V093000. Official notice. Republished from public data; RecallFlag is not affiliated with the NHTSA.