HIGH

Ford recalls 2025 Expedition air bags for passenger-side deployment risk

Ford Motor Company recalls certain 2025 Expedition and Navigator vehicles due to a passenger-side frontal air bag that may deploy with excessive force. Dealers will replace the passenger side air bags at no charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 8, 2025.

Quick Facts at a Glance

Recall Date
June 27, 2025
Hazard Level
HIGH
Brands
Ford Motor Company, FORD
Category
Vehicles & Parts
Sold At
Unknown
At-Risk Groups
GENERAL, PREGNANT, PETS

Hazard Information

An air bag that deploys with excessive force can increase the risk of injury during a crash.

What You Should Do

Dealers will replace the passenger side air bags, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 8, 2025. Owners may contact Ford Customer Service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S51.

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About This Product

The Expedition is Ford's full-size SUV designed for passenger comfort and cargo space. The Navigator is a luxury SUV variant. Both are built on a shared platform.

Why This Is Dangerous

A passenger-side frontal air bag that deploys with excessive force can cause injuries to occupants in a crash.

Industry Context

This recall is not indicated as part of a broader industry pattern in the provided data.

Real-World Impact

Owners face the risk of air bag-related injuries during deployment and must seek repair to restore safety.

Practical Guidance

How to identify if yours is affected

  1. Identify if you own a 2025 Expedition or Navigator.
  2. Check recall number 25S51 with Ford or NHTSA.
  3. Review owner letter dated August 8, 2025.

Where to find product info

VIN verification with Ford Customer Service or dealer; recall 25S51 page on NHTSA site.

What timeline to expect

Repair will be completed by dealer; timing varies by service availability.

If the manufacturer is unresponsive

  • Document attempts to contact Ford and dealer.
  • Escalate to Ford Customer Service if no response within a reasonable timeframe.
  • Consider contacting regulator if unresolved.

How to prevent similar issues

  • Register VIN with Ford for recall updates.
  • Schedule service promptly when contacted.
  • Keep owner letters and service records.

Documentation advice

Keep recall letter, VIN, service appointment records, and any correspondence with Ford or dealers.

Product Details

Model: Expedition. 2025 model year. Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company. Affected models: Expedition and Navigator. Recall number: 25S51. Recall date: 2025-06-27. Remedy: Air bags replaced by dealers at no cost. Contact Ford Customer Service at 1-866-436-7332.

Reported Incidents

No specific incident counts are provided in the recall data.

Key Facts

  • 25S51 recall number
  • 2025 Expedition and Navigator affected
  • Passenger-side frontal air bag defect
  • Formal letters mailed August 8, 2025
  • Free replacement by dealers

Safety Guide

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Safety Assessment

Risk LevelHIGH
Severity Score
9/ 10
Affected Groups
GENERALPREGNANTPETSPREGNANT
Injury Types
ELECTRICALLACERATIONSUFFOCATIONOTHER

Product Details

Model Numbers
EXPEDITION
Report Date
June 27, 2025
Recall Status
ACTIVE

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