SYS ONLINE INGEST 3 hours ago SOURCE NHTSA · TC BUILD v0.0.29
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Network/ United States/ Ford/ 25V828000

Ford · United States · Crit

Ford Explorer, Mustang +1 more: Engine

Affects Ford Explorer, Mustang, Maverick · 2025–2026 — about 6 vehicles.

The hazard

An oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components increases the risk of a fire. In addition, the loss of oil can result in engine seizure and loss of motive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Dealers will replace the cylinder head assembly, free of charge. All affected vehicles are still within dealership inventory and therefore no owner notification letters will be mailed. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SD3. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on November 24, 2025.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational