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NHTSA recall 25V-393 (25V393000)

seats recall reported June 13, 2025 - about 304,662 vehicles affected.

NHTSA campaign number
25V393000
Also written as
25V-393
Manufacturer number
25S67
Reported
June 13, 2025
Vehicles affected
~304,662
Component
seats

What is being recalled

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.

Why it is dangerous

A seat that moves unexpectedly may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing their risk of injury.

The fix (free at any franchised dealer)

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.

Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 25V-393 when calling a dealer.

Affected 2 models

Ford Explorer - 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025
Lincoln Aviator - 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025

Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.

Is YOUR car included? A campaign rarely covers every single vehicle of a model year. Check your exact car by its 17-character VIN with the free VIN decoder and recall check.

Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.