Ford Explorer (Ford) – Seat Switch Binding (2025)
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2020 FORD EXPLORER
Brand
FORD
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2020
Ford Motor Company is recalling certain 2020 FORD EXPLORER vehicles due to seats:mid/rear assembly issues. A seat that moves unexpectedly may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing their risk of injury..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Aviator, and Explorer vehicles. The switch for the easy-entry second-row outer seats may bind or stick, resulting in the seats unlatching, folding, or sliding unexpectedly while driving.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
A seat that moves unexpectedly may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing their risk of injury.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Dealers will inspect the second-row seat switch, and replace the bezel around the switch as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 7, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S67.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026