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Lincoln MKT Recall 25V827: Door Trim Can Detach While Driving, Raising Crash Risk

NHTSA campaign 25V827, reported December 1, 2025, 11,852 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Certain 2016-2019 Lincoln MKT vehicles may have driver and front passenger B-pillar door trim that can detach while the vehicle is being driven. Loose trim can create a road hazard, which increases the risk of a crash.

Owners should expect a free repair at an authorized dealer to address the B-pillar trim. Interim notification letters were mailed December 23, 2025, and additional letters will follow once the final remedy is available, which is anticipated in November 2026. To check whether your vehicle is affected, use your VIN on NHTSA.gov, where affected VINs became searchable December 2, 2025, or contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 (Ford recall number 25SD5).

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 25V827Ford Motor Company
Component
STRUCTURE:BODY
Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Lincoln MKT vehicles. The driver and front passenger B-Pillar door trim may detach while driving.
Risk
Door trim that detaches while driving can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will repair the B-pillar trim, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed December 23, 2025. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated in November 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SD5. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 2, 2025.

Affected vehicles

Lincoln MKT2016201720182019