Ford Explorer recalled over injury risk

Recall date

August 22, 2025

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Ford Motor Company recalls 2025 Ford Explorer, Aviator

Recall number

25V543000

Brand / firm

Ford, Lincoln

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 213,121 units

Why it was recalled

Trailer tail lights that do not illuminate as intended can reduce visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Explorer and Aviator vehicles. When towing a trailer, the tail lights on the trailer may fail to illuminate due to an improperly manufactured body control module. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, " Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

What to do

Dealers will replace the body control module C on vehicles with less than 9,000 miles. For vehicles over 9,000 miles, dealers will perform a functional check on the body control module C and replace it as necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Aviator 2025 owner notification letters were mailed October 13, 2025. Explorer 2025 owner letters were mailed November 25, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C42.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.