2026 Ford Explorer | 2026 Ford Mustang | 2025 Ford Maverick | 2026 Lincoln Corsair — Engine
Published December 2, 2025 · Recall initiated: December 1, 2025
Summary
NHTSA records recall 25V828000, published December 2, 2025 and initiated December 1, 2025. Recalling firm: Ford Motor Company; 2026 Ford Explorer | 2026 Ford Mustang | 2025 Ford Maverick | 2026 Lincoln Corsair — Engine.
What's the hazard
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Explorer, Mustang, Lincoln Corsair, and 2025 Maverick vehicles. The cylinder head may have been improperly manufactured, which can cause the ball plugs to fail, resulting in an oil leak.
What to do
Dealers will replace the cylinder head assembly, free of charge. All affected vehicles are still within dealership inventory and therefore no owner notification letters will be mailed. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SD3. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on November 24, 2025.
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Recall details
- Brand
- FORD
- Model
- EXPLORER
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Lot
- 2026 FORD EXPLORER | 2026 FORD MUSTANG | 2025 FORD MAVERICK | 2026 LINCOLN CORSAIR
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2026 Ford Explorer | 2026 Ford Mustang | 2025 Ford Maverick | 2026 Lincoln Corsair — Engine recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 25V828000 on December 2, 2025. Reported hazard: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Explorer, Mustang, Lincoln Corsair, and 2025 Maverick vehicles. The cylinder head may have been improperly manufactured, which can cause the ball plugs to fail, resulting in an oil leak.
What should I do if I have this product?
Dealers will replace the cylinder head assembly, free of charge. All affected vehicles are still within dealership inventory and therefore no owner notification letters will be mailed. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SD3. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on November 24, 2025.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: FORD. Model: EXPLORER.