2025 Ford Explorer, Aviator Recall
2025 FORD EXPLORER: STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
Updated May 9, 2025
A front subframe bolt on certain 2025 Ford Explorer and Aviator vehicles may not be properly tightened, which could reduce crash performance and increase injury risk. Dealers will inspect and tighten the bolts for free.
Is the Ford Motor Company recalled? Yes. This product was recalled by NHTSA on May 9, 2025. Details below.
What is recalled
2025 Ford Explorer and 2025 Ford Aviator vehicles with an improperly tightened front subframe mounting bolt.
Am I affected
You're affected if you own a 2025 Ford Explorer or Aviator. Check your owner notification letter (mailed May 21, 2025) or contact Ford Customer Service at 1-866-436-7332 with your vehicle's VIN to confirm.
What to do right now
Contact Ford Customer Service at 1-866-436-7332 or visit a Ford dealer to schedule a free inspection and tightening of your subframe bolts. Reference Ford recall number 25S43.
Contact: Ford Motor Company
The hazard
A loose subframe bolt may reduce the vehicle's performance in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Brands affected
- Source
- NHTSA
- Category
- Vehicles
- Recall ID
- nhtsa-25V316000
- Recalled
- May 9, 2025
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