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2024-2026 Ford Explorer Trailer Hitch Recall

2025 FORD EXPLORER: TRAILER HITCHES

Updated October 10, 2025

Loose bolts on the trailer hitch assembly in 2024 to 2026 Ford Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles can cause loss of vehicle control or trailer detachment while towing, increasing crash risk. Dealers will inspect and tighten or replace the bolts for free.

Is the Ford Motor Company recalled? Yes. This product was recalled by NHTSA on October 10, 2025. Details below.

What is recalled

2024 to 2026 Ford Explorer and 2024 to 2026 Lincoln Aviator vehicles with trailer hitch assemblies. Check your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) on NHTSA.gov to confirm if your vehicle is affected.

Am I affected

You're affected if you own a 2024, 2025, or 2026 Ford Explorer or Lincoln Aviator with a trailer hitch. Check your VIN at NHTSA.gov or compare it to the recall VIN list (searchable as of October 15, 2025).

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 or replacement of the trailer hitch bolts. Reference Ford recall number 25SA3. Do not tow a trailer until the hitch bolts have been inspected and secured.

Contact: Ford Motor Company

The hazard

While towing a trailer, loose trailer hitch bolts can cause a loss of vehicle handling and control, or cause the trailer to detach. Either of these conditions can increase the risk of a crash.

Brands affected

Ford Motor Company
Source
NHTSA
Category
Vehicles
Recall ID
nhtsa-25V687000
Recalled
October 10, 2025
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