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Structure:Frame And Members (25V020000)
Reference number: 25V020000
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
NHTSA RECALL BULLETIN
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
Model(s): 2025 FORD EXPLORER
2025 LINCOLN AVIATOR
Campaign No: 25V020000
Number of Affected Vehicles: 259
Beginning Date of Manufacture: 2024 SEP
Ending Date of Manufacture: 2024 SEP
SYSTEM
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
DESCRIPTION OF DEFECT
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Ford Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles. The transmission may be improperly secured due to loose cross member bolts.
CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT
An improperly secured transmission can result in a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Dealers will inspect and replace the transmission cross member bolts as necessary, free of charge. If the cross member bolts are missing, dealers will replace the cross member and install new bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 29, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S03.
NOTES
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or go to nhtsa.gov.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration operates Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Eastern Time. For more information call (800) 424-9393 or (202) 366-0123. For the hearing impaired, call (800) 424-9153.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.