2025 Ford Bronco, Ranger recall: Seats: critical fasteners
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 25V311000
- Reported
- May 9, 2025
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Part
- Seats: critical fasteners
- Vehicles affected
- About 46
What is wrong
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Ranger and Bronco vehicles. The bolts that secure the driver's seat frame to the body may be loose or missing. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 207, "Seating Systems."
Safety risk
A seat with loose or missing fasteners may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the seat fasteners and tighten or install new fasteners as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 23, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C16.
Affected models
Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.
Notes from the notice
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.
Frequently asked questions
Which vehicles are affected by this recall?
Ford Bronco (2025); Ford Ranger (2025). Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
A seat with loose or missing fasteners may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
What is the fix?
Dealers will inspect the seat fasteners and tighten or install new fasteners as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 23, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C16.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.