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Buying a used 2025 Ford Explorer? Check these 20 recalls first
Recalls for the 2025 Explorer concentrate on the drivetrain: leaking fuel injectors, connecting rods and engines that can fail, a transmission linked to unexpected vehicle movement, and a computer glitch tied to stalling and rollaway. Loose fasteners appear again at the transmission, front brake calipers, trailer hitch and seat belt anchors. None carries a stop-driving or park-outside warning. Owners filed 96 unverified NHTSA complaints — seven crashes, four injuries, no fires — weighted toward electrical, brake and powertrain areas.
Before you buy
- Get the 17-character VIN from the seller and run it at nhtsa.gov/recalls. It shows which recalls are still unrepaired on that exact car.
- Get a VIN recall printout covering the injector, transmission and stall/rollaway campaigns
- Ask whether the engine or connecting rod recall required an inspection or a replacement
- Test drive for stalling, brake feel and any warning lights before committing
- Open recalls are repaired free at any Ford dealer, whoever owns the car — an open recall is a to-do item, not a bill.
Recalls covering the 2025 Ford Explorer
What owners have reported to NHTSA
96 complaints filed for this model year, including 7 mentioning a crash, 0 a fire and 4 injuries. Complaints are unverified owner reports, and popular models collect more of them simply because more are on the road.
| Problem area | Complaints | Recall in this area? |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 21 | None found |
| Brakes | 16 | Yes |
| Power Train | 15 | Yes |
| Driver Assistance | 12 | None found |
| Steering | 9 | None found |
| Visibility And Wipers | 9 | Yes |