NHTSA Recall 25V311000: Critical fasteners (seats)
Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 46 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Ford Bronco.
| NHTSA campaign | 25V311000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 25C16 |
| Component | SEATS › CRITICAL FASTENERS |
| Report received | May 9, 2025 |
| Owner notification | May 23, 2025 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Ranger and Bronco vehicles. The bolts that secure the driver's seat frame to the body may be loose or missing. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 207, "Seating Systems."
Safety risk
A seat with loose or missing fasteners may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the seat fasteners and tighten or install new fasteners as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 23, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C16.
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 25V311000
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.