Seat belt warning system malfunction/fmvss 208
Defect Summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2023 lincoln aviator and lincoln corsair vehicles equipped with a revel audio system that were repaired incorrectly under recall 22v-953. When the driver's seat belt is not buckled and the vehicle is started, the seat belt warning system may activate the audible warning chime for an insufficient amount of time of less than 4 seconds. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 208, "occupant crash protection."
Safety Consequence
An audible warning chime that does not properly alert of an unbelted seat belt can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will update the audio control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed july 3, 2025. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25c18.
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Other recalls from Ford Motor Company or involving Seat Belts.
FAQ: Recall 25V338000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 25V338000?
NHTSA recall 25V338000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on May 23, 2025. It addresses: Seat belt warning system malfunction/fmvss 208. The recall affects approximately 4,442 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 25V338000 or the manufacturer campaign number 25C18. 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.