2025 Ford Explorer

Ford is recalling certain 2025 Explorer vehicles because the transmission valve body may have been machined incorrectly, which can cause the reverse gear to fail or the vehicle to move forward unexpectedly when in reverse or neutral. This unexpected movement increases the risk of a crash. The recall affects 2025 Explorer models distributed nationwide.

Recalling firm

Ford Motor Company

Product

2025 FORD EXPLORER. Component: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:FLUID/LUBRICANT:VALVES/VALVE BODY. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 F-150, Bronco, 2024 Ranger, 2025 Mustang, Explorer, and Aviator vehicles. The transmission valve body may have been machined incorrectly, which can cause reverse gear failure, or unexpected forward movement in reverse or neutral gear.

Reason

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 F-150, Bronco, 2024 Ranger, 2025 Mustang, Explorer, and Aviator vehicles. The transmission valve body may have been machined incorrectly, which can cause reverse gear failure, or unexpected forward movement in reverse or neutral gear. Consequence: Unexpected vehicle movement increases the risk of a crash.

Classification

Class I

Category

vehicle recall

Country

United States

Agency

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

Status

Ongoing

Distribution

Nationwide

Official recall notice from National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

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