NHTSA recall 25V166000
Power Train · Ford Motor Company
Details
What's wrong: The rear axle horizontal mounting bolt may fracture and cause the driveshaft to disconnect.
Why it matters: A disconnected driveshaft can result in vehicle rollaway when the vehicle is placed in park without the parking brake applied. A disconnected driveshaft can also result in a loss of drive power. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will update the powertrain control module (PCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 25, 2025.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
2020 Ford Explorer, 2021 Ford Explorer, 2022 Ford Explorer.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 25V166000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.