Lincoln Aviator recalled over injury risk

Recall date

February 14, 2025

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Ford Motor Company recalls 2020–2021 Lincoln Aviator, Explorer

Recall number

25V093000

Brand / firm

Lincoln, Ford

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 240,510 units

Why it was recalled

A loose seat belt or seat belt buckle may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

What was recalled

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Explorer and Aviator vehicles. The seat belt buckle anchor bolts at one or more seating positions may be improperly secured. Additionally, vehicles may have an improperly secured seat belt retractor anchor bolt and/or seat belt anchor bolt at the second-row center seating position, if equipped.

What to do

Dealers will inspect seat belt buckle anchor bolts in all seating positions. Additionally, dealers will inspect the seat belt retractor anchor bolt and seat belt anchor bolt at the second-row center seating position, if equipped. If loose anchor bolts are found, the affected seat components will be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 5, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S09.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.