Is This A Lemon?

NHTSA recall campaign

25V316000

ManufacturerFord Motor CompanyReported2025-05-09Affected206 vehicles

What was wrong

Defect

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Explorer and Aviator vehicles. A mounting bolt for the front subframe may have been tightened improperly.

Risk

A loose subframe bolt may reduce the vehicle's performance in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Manufacturer 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.

To check whether your specific VIN is covered and to find a participating dealer, look this campaign up on NHTSA.gov →

Affected vehicles

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