If you drive a Ford, this year has probably felt like one long safety announcement. 

The automaker has now issued more than 120 recalls this year, making Ford the most frequently recalled automaker in 2025. 

And, unfortunately, the newest wave affects more than 227,000 vehicles for a variety of issues, ranging from loose seat bolts to faulty defrost systems.

Another Week, Another Recall

The latest NHTSA Ford recall covers several popular models, including:

• 163,000 Bronco Sport SUVs

• Nearly 57,000 Explorers and Lincolns for windshield defects

• Almost 7,000 Econoline vans with heating and defogging problems 

Just a day earlier, Ford announced a separate recall of 175,000 vehicles for moonroof panels that could detach while driving.

Those two updates follow even larger actions earlier this fall, including recalls for more than 1.4 million vehicles due to faulty rearview cameras. 

Ford says dealerships will repair or replace all affected parts free of charge.

Why So Many Ford Recalls In 2025

The Ford recall count in 2025 is the highest of any automaker, and experts say it highlights how complicated modern vehicles have become. 

With more electronics and software inside each model, there’s more that can go wrong.

Ford says the high number of recalls doesn’t mean quality is falling. Instead, the company insists the volume shows it’s catching problems faster. 

Executives have called it part of a “find and fix” approach to vehicle safety, pointing to new internal systems designed to flag defects before they reach customers.

What It Means for Drivers

If you get a recall notice in the mail, you’ll need to schedule a visit with your local Ford dealer, where repairs will be done free of charge. 

Sure, it can be inconvenient, but the company says it’s a sign of more proactive monitoring. 

Ford was fined $165 million last year for delays in camera-related recalls, so regulators are keeping a close eye on how quickly the automaker responds this year.

NHTSA advises owners to check their VIN regularly, since new notices are being added almost weekly. You can do so on the NHTSA’s website, as well as Ford’s directly. 

Quality Control in the Fast Lane

Auto analysts say these repeated Ford safety defects point to a larger industry challenge. 

As cars and trucks get more advanced, automakers are juggling new software systems, sensors, and supply chains that can introduce unseen risks. 

Even small electronic flaws can snowball into massive recall campaigns.

Still, Ford says it has doubled its quality and safety teams since 2023, investing heavily in data tracking and defect prevention. 

The company hopes efforts like these will eventually slow the flood of recalls, but, for now, 2025 remains a standout year for all the wrong reasons.