2025 Ford Explorer
Ford is recalling certain 2025 Explorer vehicles because a software issue in the powertrain control module can cause it to reset while driving, potentially damaging the park system or stalling the engine. A damaged park system could allow the vehicle to roll away when in park, and an engine stall would cause a sudden loss of power while driving, both of which increase crash risk. The recall affects 2025 Explorers nationwide.
- Recalling firm
- Ford Motor Company
- Product
- 2025 FORD EXPLORER. Component: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Explorer vehicles. The powertrain control module (PCM) may reset while driving, which can damage the park system or cause an engine stall.
- Reason
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Explorer vehicles. The powertrain control module (PCM) may reset while driving, which can damage the park system or cause an engine stall. Consequence: A damaged park system can result in a vehicle rollaway when the vehicle is placed in park without the parking brake applied. An engine stall while driving can result in a sudden loss of drive power. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
- Classification
- Class I
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United States
- Agency
- National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
- Recall date
- 2025-11-04
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- Nationwide
Official recall notice from National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/d78a2fb4-ee31-47a0-844a-a85dff4f27e2