Power train: automatic transmissionRecall 25V-020 · Ford and Lincoln vehicles
Ford Motor Company recall 25V-020 covers 259 Ford and Lincoln vehicles for a power train: automatic transmission problem, reported to NHTSA on January 17, 2025. The manufacturer's latest report (2026 Q3) shows 86% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 25V020000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
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.
The risk
An improperly secured transmission can result in a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
86%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from September 17, 2024 to September 17, 2024. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.