Dearborn, MI – March 28, 2025 – Ford (NYSE:F), which also owns the Lincoln brand, is recalling 240,510 SUVs whose seat belts “may not properly restrain an occupant in a crash.” This augments the risk of injury to everyone involved.
The following models are affected:
- 2020 – 2021 Ford Explorer
- 2020 – 2021 Lincoln Aviator
Recall summary
The bolts that hold the seat belt buckles and seat belt retractors in the affected SUV were not sufficiently tightened during assembly and may become loose over time.
Recall risks
Insufficiently secured seat belt buckles and retractors may not provide adequate protection to the occupants in a crash and increase the risk of serious injuries.
Warning signs
The occupants may notice squeaking and rattling noises.
Other Ford recalls
In February 2025, Ford recalled Super Duty trucks and Lincoln Corsairs over malfunctioning rearview cameras.
On a separate note, Ford is currently being investigated by the U.S. government over allegedly malfunctioning seat belt pretensioners.
The repair
Dealers will replace the seat belt buckle and retractor bolts free of charge.
The owners should receive letters with more information between March 31, 2025 and April 4, 2025.
Is your vehicle a part of this recall?
This Ford seat belt buckle recall affects more than 240,000 SUVS. To do a Ford recall check and see if yours is one of them, please use MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool.
