Seat belt may fail to retract or extend
Defect Summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2018-2020 expedition and lincoln navigator vehicles. the seat belt pretensioner in the driver and/or front passenger seat may inadvertently lock the seat belt, which will not allow the belt to retract or extend.
Safety Consequence
Seat belts that do not retract or extend can fail to restrain an occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the seat belt retractors as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed october 22, 2025. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. ford's number for this recall is 25s31. Some vehicles in this recall that were previously inspected under recall 24v-099 and did not have parts replaced will need to have this new recall remedy completed.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Ford Motor Company or involving Seat Belts.
FAQ: Recall 25V197000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 25V197000?
NHTSA recall 25V197000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on May 23, 2025. It addresses: Seat belt may fail to retract or extend. The recall affects approximately 112,951 vehicles, with the defect involving the Seat Belts component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 25V197000 or the manufacturer campaign number 25S31. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-20. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.