Ford Explorer recall: 25S69 Explorer Capri – Rear Right Seatbelt Bracket Potential Spot Weld Missing
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- Affected vehicles have been manufactured with a rear right seatbelt bracket that could potentially have a missing weld. The absence of the weld could compromise the integrity of the seatbelt system during an accident.
- What to do
- Contact a Ford dealer to book the free repair. Install a nut and bolt to restore the integrity of the rear right seatbelt bracket.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
Affected vehicles have been manufactured with a rear right seatbelt bracket that could potentially have a missing weld. The absence of the weld could compromise the integrity of the seatbelt system during an accident.
The fix
Install a nut and bolt to restore the integrity of the rear right seatbelt bracket.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Explorer | 19 May 2025 | 23 May 2025 | 31 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 4 July 2025. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.