Child safety lock may not prevent door from opening
Defect Summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2025 bronco four-door vehicles. The left-hand rear door may be able to be opened from inside the vehicle when the child safety lock is in the "on" position.
Safety Consequence
A malfunctioning child safety lock that allows a rear door to be opened unintentionally can increase the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect and replace the rear door latch, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed june 27, 2025. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25s64.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Ford Motor Company or involving Latches/locks/linkages.
FAQ: Recall 25V397000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 25V397000?
NHTSA recall 25V397000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on June 13, 2025. It addresses: Child safety lock may not prevent door from opening. The recall affects approximately 27,768 vehicles, with the defect involving the Latches/locks/linkages component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 25V397000 or the manufacturer campaign number 25S64. 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.