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NHTSA Recall 25V347000: Body (structure)

Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 492,145 vehicles. It affects 2016–2017 Ford Explorer.

492,145
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
NHTSA campaign25V347000
Manufacturer campaign25S53
ComponentSTRUCTURE › BODY
Report receivedMay 23, 2025
Initiated byNHTSA Office of Defects Investigation

Defect

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Explorer vehicles. The driver and front passenger B-Pillar door trim may detach while driving.

Safety risk

Door trim that detaches while driving can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will repair the B-pillar trim, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed June 5, 2025. A second notice will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated November 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S53.

Vehicles covered by recall 25V347000

Make and modelModel years
Ford Explorer2016, 2017

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.