NHTSA Vehicles recall ·
2025 Ford Explorer and 1 more recall: Improperly Tightened Subframe Bolt
- Recall number
- 25V316000
- Date
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Category
- Vehicles › Structure
- Recall type
- Vehicle
- Units affected
- 206
- Hazard tags
- Crash risk Injury risk
Read the official NHTSA notice ↗
Product
Structure
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 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.
What should you do?
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.
Manufacturer campaign number
25S43
Source: NHTSA (vehicles), recall 25V316000. Official notice. Republished from public data; RecallFlag is not affiliated with the NHTSA.