Ford Motor Company is recalling 259 model year 2025 Ford Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles due to loose transmission cross member bolts. The transmission in these specific SUVs may be improperly secured because the bolts were not tightened correctly during manufacturing. Ford dealers will inspect and replace the bolts or the entire cross member if necessary, free of charge.
An improperly secured transmission can lead to a sudden loss of drive power while the vehicle is in motion, which significantly increases the risk of a crash.
You have 2 options:
Inspection and replacement of transmission bolts.
Replacement of the transmission cross member if bolts are missing.
If you or a family member were harmed by this recalled product, you may have legal rights. Consider consulting a consumer protection attorney to understand your options for compensation.
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Sources: NHTSA Notice · Raw API Response