NHTSA recall 25V-164 (25V164000)
power train recall reported March 14, 2025 - about 269 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 25V164000
- Also written as
- 25V-164
- Manufacturer number
- 25S19
- Reported
- March 14, 2025
- Vehicles affected
- ~269
- Component
- power train
What is being recalled
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 F-150, Bronco, 2024 Ranger, 2025 Mustang, Explorer, and Aviator vehicles. The transmission valve body may have been machined incorrectly, which can cause reverse gear failure, or unexpected forward movement in reverse or neutral gear.
Why it is dangerous
Unexpected vehicle movement increases the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Dealers will replace the transmission main control valve body, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 11, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S19.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 25V-164 when calling a dealer.
Affected 6 models
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.