Ford Motor is recalling nearly 500,000 vehicles because a rear brake ruptured hose could leak fluid, extending stopping distance and increasing crash risk. The recall covers Ford Edge SUVs (2015–2018) and Lincoln MKX vehicles (2016–2018) and marks the automaker's 105th recall of the year. The NHTSA said about 1% of affected vehicles have the defect and Ford has received no reports of accidents or injuries so far. Owner notification letters are expected September 8, 2025; a remedy is anticipated April 2026 (Ford recall 25S87, customer service 1-866-436-7332). Separately, over 213,000 vehicles are recalled for faulty trailer tail lights on 2025 Explorer and Lincoln Aviator models.
Ford Motor is recalling nearly 500,000 vehicles nationwide over a brake fluid leak. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration issued the safety notice noting a rear brake ruptured hose could cause fluid to leak, extending the distance required to stop the vehicle, thereby increasing the risk of a crash. This is the automaker's 105th recall of the year, a record for any automaker, which it happened to break in just the first six months of 2025.
The recalled models include Ford's SUV Edge, from 2015 to 2018, in addition to the Lincoln MKX, from 2016 to 2018. In its report, the NHTSA said only 1% of the recalled vehicles have the defect; Ford has not received any reports of accidents or injuries linked to the issue at this time, CNBC reported. The NHTSA said letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed out on September 8, 2025.
Ford recall for faulty tail lights In addition, Ford is also recalling over 213,000 vehicles over faulty tail lights. The NHTSA issued that safety notice for 2025 Ford Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles. According to the report, while towing, trailer tail lights may not light up as intended-due to an improperly manufactured body control module -reducing visibility to other drivers, increasing therisk of a crash.
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