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Ford Explorer Recall 25V730: Windshield Air Bubbles Can Block Driver View

NHTSA campaign 25V730, reported October 24, 2025, 56,841 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Certain 2025-2026 Lincoln Corsair, Lincoln Aviator, and Explorer vehicles may have visible air bubbles in the windshield glass. These bubbles can obscure the driver's view of the road and do not meet Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 205 for glazing materials.

Reduced visibility while driving can increase the risk of a crash. If you own an affected vehicle, owner notification letters were mailed November 6, 2025. Dealers will inspect the windshield and replace it if necessary, free of charge. You can also contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 and reference recall 25C60.

To check whether your vehicle is involved, search your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) on NHTSA.gov, where affected VINs become searchable beginning October 27, 2025. Check your VIN for any open recalls as well.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 25V730Ford Motor Company
Component
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Lincoln Corsair, Lincoln Aviator, and Explorer vehicles. The windshield glass may have visible air bubbles, which can obscure the driver's visibility. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 205, "Glazing Materials."
Risk
Reduced visibility while driving can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the windshield as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 6, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C60. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 27, 2025.

Affected vehicles

Ford Explorer20252026
Lincoln Aviator20252026
Lincoln Corsair20252026