2020-2025 Ford Explorer Aviator Seat Recall
2025 FORD EXPLORER: SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY
Updated June 13, 2025
Ford is recalling 2020 to 2025 Aviator and Explorer vehicles because the second-row outer seat switch may stick or bind, causing seats to unlatch, fold, or slide unexpectedly while driving. A moving seat may not restrain occupants properly during a crash, raising injury risk.
Is the Ford Motor Company recalled? Yes. This product was recalled by NHTSA on June 13, 2025. Details below.
What is recalled
2020 to 2025 Ford Aviator and Explorer vehicles with second-row outer seats affected by a faulty easy-entry seat switch.
Am I affected
You're affected if you own a 2020 to 2025 Ford Aviator or Explorer. Check that your vehicle identification number (VIN) matches the recall scope by contacting Ford or visiting NHTSA's recall database at https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls nhtsaId=25V393000. Ford's recall number is 25S67.
What to do right now
Contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 or visit a Ford dealer to have the second-row seat switch inspected and the bezel replaced at no cost. Notification letters were mailed August 7, 2025.
Contact: Ford Motor Company
The hazard
A seat that moves unexpectedly may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing their risk of injury.
Brands affected
- Source
- NHTSA
- Category
- Vehicles
- Recall ID
- nhtsa-25V393000
- Recalled
- June 13, 2025
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