Recall 25V-164: 2024–2025 Ford Bronco, 2025 Ford Explorer and 4 more
Ford Motor Company recall for power train, reported to NHTSA on Mar 14, 2025, covering about 269 vehicles.
The problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 F-150, Bronco, 2024 Ranger, 2025 Mustang, Explorer, and Aviator vehicles. The transmission valve body may have been machined incorrectly, which can cause reverse gear failure, or unexpected forward movement in reverse or neutral gear.
The risk
Unexpected vehicle movement increases the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the transmission main control valve body, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 11, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S19.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
|---|---|
| Component | Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Fluid/Lubricant › Valves/Valve Body |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 25V164000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Ford Bronco | 2024, 2025 | All years |
| Ford Explorer | 2025 | All years |
| Ford F-150 | 2024, 2025 | All years |
| Ford Mustang | 2025 | All years |
| Ford Ranger | 2024 | All years |
| Lincoln Aviator | 2025 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 25V-164?
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 F-150, Bronco, 2024 Ranger, 2025 Mustang, Explorer, and Aviator vehicles. The transmission valve body may have been machined incorrectly, which can cause reverse gear failure, or unexpected forward movement in reverse or neutral gear.
How is recall 25V-164 fixed?
Dealers will replace the transmission main control valve body, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 11, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S19.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.