2024–2026 Ford Explorer, Lincoln Aviator: Trailer Hitches recall
NHTSA campaign 25V687000 · 1,412 units potentially affected · filed Oct 10, 2025
What's wrong
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Explorer and 2024-2026 Lincoln Aviator vehicles. The trailer hitch assembly bolts may be loose.
Why it matters
While towing a trailer, loose trailer hitch bolts can cause a loss of vehicle handling and control, or cause the trailer to detach. Either of these conditions can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and tighten the trailer hitch bolts, or replace them as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 29, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SA3. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on October 15, 2025.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 25V687000
- Manufacturer no.
- 25SA3
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Component
- TRAILER HITCHES
- Units affected
- 1,412
- Report received
- Oct 10, 2025
- Owner letters
- Oct 29, 2025
- Type
- Vehicle
Check whether your vehicle is included with the official NHTSA VIN lookup or your dealer. Repairs for safety recalls are free.
Vehicles covered
- Ford Explorer 2024, 2025, 2026
- Lincoln Aviator 2024, 2025, 2026