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2020 FORD EXPLORER Recalled by Ford Motor Company — POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT

Date: March 14, 2025
Company: Ford Motor Company
Status: Ongoing
Source: NHTSA

What You Should Do

Stop using this product immediately. Do not consume, use, or distribute it.

Dealers will update the powertrain control module (PCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 25, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S22.

Affected Products

2020 FORD EXPLORER. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Explorer vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall numbers 23V-199 or 22V-255. The rear axle horizontal mounting bolt may fracture and cause the driveshaft to disconnect.

Why Was This Recalled?

A disconnected driveshaft can result in vehicle rollaway when the vehicle is placed in park without the parking brake applied. A disconnected driveshaft can also result in a loss of drive power. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.

Where Was This Sold?

Nationwide

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Data sourced from the NHTSA. Last updated March 26, 2026. View original report