Seat belt retractors not secured properly
Defect Summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2025-2026 corsair and escape vehicles. The seat belt retractors for the left and right rear passenger seats may not be securely fastened.
Safety Consequence
An improperly secured seat belt retractor may not restrain an occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect and secure, or replace the seat belt retractor bolts, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed december 26, 2025. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25c68. Vehicle identification numbers (vins) involved in this recall became searchable on nhtsa.gov on december 15, 2025.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Ford Motor Company or involving Seat Belts.
FAQ: Recall 25V862000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 25V862000?
NHTSA recall 25V862000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on December 12, 2025. It addresses: Seat belt retractors not secured properly. The recall affects approximately 780 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 25V862000 or the manufacturer campaign number 25C68. 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.