Ford Explorer recall: Seats:mid/rear Assembly
Official safety recall 25V393000 published by NHTSA.
High risk
Contact an authorised dealer of the maker. Recall repairs are free of charge.
Affected vehicles
| Vehicle | Model year | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Aviator | 2020 | United States |
| Lincoln Aviator | 2021 | United States |
| Lincoln Aviator | 2022 | United States |
| Lincoln Aviator | 2023 | United States |
| Lincoln Aviator | 2024 | United States |
| Lincoln Aviator | 2025 | United States |
| Ford Explorer | 2020 | United States |
| Ford Explorer | 2021 | United States |
| Ford Explorer | 2022 | United States |
| Ford Explorer | 2023 | United States |
| Ford Explorer | 2024 | United States |
| Ford Explorer | 2025 | United States |
The problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Aviator, and Explorer vehicles. The switch for the easy-entry second-row outer seats may bind or stick, resulting in the seats unlatching, folding, or sliding unexpectedly while driving.
A seat that moves unexpectedly may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing their risk of injury.
The official remedy
Dealers will inspect the second-row seat switch, and replace the bezel around the switch as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 7, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S67.