Structure: frame and membersRecall 25V-316 · Ford and Lincoln vehicles
Ford Motor Company recall 25V-316 covers 206 Ford and Lincoln vehicles for a structure: frame and members problem, reported to NHTSA on May 9, 2025. The manufacturer's latest report (2026 Q3) shows 90% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 25V316000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Explorer and Aviator vehicles. A mounting bolt for the front subframe may have been tightened improperly.
The risk
A loose subframe bolt may reduce the vehicle's performance in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and tighten the subframe bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owners may contact Ford Customer Service at 1-866-436-7332. Owner notification letters were mailed May 21, 2025. Ford's number for this recall is 25S43.
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
90%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA. 2 vehicles were listed as unreachable.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from April 1, 2025 to April 2, 2025. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.