NHTSA Recall 25V164000: Valves/valve body (power train)
Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 269 vehicles. It affects 6 models including the Ford Bronco.
| NHTSA campaign | 25V164000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 25S19 |
| Component | POWER TRAIN › AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION › FLUID/LUBRICANT › VALVES/VALVE BODY |
| Report received | March 14, 2025 |
| Owner notification | April 11, 2025 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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.
Safety risk
Unexpected vehicle movement increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 25V164000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Ford Bronco | 2024, 2025 |
| Ford Explorer | 2025 |
| Ford F-150 | 2024, 2025 |
| Ford Mustang | 2025 |
| Ford Ranger | 2024 |
| Lincoln Aviator | 2025 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.