Warning
2020–2025 Ford Explorer Recall: SEATS
This recall involves a potential crash or injury risk. Contact an authorized dealer to schedule the free recall repair.
Source: NHTSA
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2020–2025 Ford Explorer Recall: SEATS
Vehicle Identity
- Vehicle
- 2020–2025 Ford Explorer
- Component
- SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY
Affected Vehicles
- 2020–2025 Ford Explorer
- 2020–2025 Lincoln Aviator
Recall Summary
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.
Consequence
A seat that moves unexpectedly may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing their risk of injury.
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.
411 Press Analysis
NHTSA has issued a recall for the 2020–2025 Ford Explorer involving seats:mid/rear assembly, reported on June 13, 2025. A seat that moves unexpectedly may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing their risk of injury. Owners of affected vehicles should contact their dealer to schedule the recall repair. Dealers will inspect the second-row seat switch, and replace the bezel around the switch as necessary, free of charge. Use your VIN at NHTSA.gov/recalls to verify whether your vehicle is affected by this recall.
Sources: NHTSA Vehicle Safety Recall Database
This recall appears in: Vehicle Crash & Control Hazards and Ford recalls.