Ford Motor Company recalled certain 2025 Explorer vehicles due to a tail light issue. The recall affects vehicles that fail to illuminate trailer tail lights while towing, posing a crash risk. The recall, identified as number 25C42, was announced on October 8, 2026.
Trailer tail lights that do not illuminate as intended can reduce visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Dealers will replace the body control module C on vehicles with less than 9,000 miles. For vehicles over 9,000 miles, dealers will perform a functional check on the body control module C and replace it as necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, are expected to be mailed October 13, 2025. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated April 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C42.
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The recall involves 2025 Ford Explorer vehicles. These vehicles were manufactured by Ford Motor Company and are currently active in the recall status.
The tail lights on trailers may fail to illuminate when towing, leading to reduced visibility for other drivers. This defect violates Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108.
There are no reported injuries or crashes related to this defect at this time. The risk remains high due to the potential for accidents if tail lights do not function.
Owners should contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 for a free repair. Dealers will replace the body control module for vehicles with less than 9,000 miles.
For further details, visit https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=25V543000. Interim letters will be mailed to owners starting October 13, 2025.
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