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Ford Explorer Front Brake Caliper Bolts Loose
high How serious is it? About this label
Losing front brake function or damaging a wheel increases the risk of a crash. The notice does not tell owners to stop driving.
Key facts
| NHTSA campaign number | 25V371000 |
|---|---|
| Reported to NHTSA | Jun 3, 2025 |
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Part affected | Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:disc:caliper |
| Vehicles covered | 1 model/year combination, model years 2025 |
| Do-not-drive advisory | No |
| Park-outside advisory | No |
| Repair | Free at any franchised dealer |
What's wrong, in plain English
On certain 2025 Explorer vehicles, the bolts that hold the front brake caliper in place may not have been tightened correctly. This can cause a loss of front brake function and can also damage the wheel.
What you should do
2. Contact a Ford dealer (1-866-436-7332) to schedule an inspection of the brake caliper bolts.
3. Dealers will tighten the bolts, or replace the caliper and pads if needed, free of charge.
Where do I find my VIN, and what do I tell the dealer?
Your VIN is the 17-character code on the lower left of the windshield, on your registration and usually on your insurance card. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether this recall is still open on your car. When you call the dealer, say you have an open safety recall and give them NHTSA campaign number 25V371000. More in how recalls work.
Affected vehicles (1)
Who to contact
Ford — official Ford recall lookup
Customer service: 1-866-436-7332
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Official notice
- Component
- SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER
- Summary
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Explorer vehicles. The bolts securing the front brake caliper may not be tightened properly, which can result in a loss of front brake function and possible wheel damage.
- Safety risk
- Loss of brake function and wheel damage can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and tighten the bolts as necessary. If bolts are missing, the brake caliper and pads will be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 19, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S60.
Verify your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov. Recall repairs are free of charge by law.