2020 Lincoln Aviator | 2020 Ford Explorer | 2021 Lincoln Aviator | 2021 Ford Explorer — Seat belts
Published February 18, 2025 · Recall initiated: February 14, 2025
Summary
NHTSA records recall 25V093000, published February 18, 2025 and initiated February 14, 2025. Recalling firm: Ford Motor Company; 2020 Lincoln Aviator | 2020 Ford Explorer | 2021 Lincoln Aviator | 2021 Ford Explorer — Seat belts.
What's the hazard
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.
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Recall details
- Brand
- LINCOLN
- Model
- AVIATOR
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Lot
- 2020 LINCOLN AVIATOR | 2020 FORD EXPLORER | 2021 LINCOLN AVIATOR | 2021 FORD EXPLORER
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2020 Lincoln Aviator | 2020 Ford Explorer | 2021 Lincoln Aviator | 2021 Ford Explorer — Seat belts recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 25V093000 on February 18, 2025. Reported hazard: 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 should I do if I have this product?
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.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: LINCOLN. Model: AVIATOR.