United StatesCertain 2025–2026 Ford Corsair and Escape vehicles are affected; the left and right rear passenger seat belt retractors may not be securely fastened. Ford is recalling them because an improperly secured retractor may not restrain an occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury in a crash; dealers will inspect and secure or replace the seat belt retractor bolts free of charge. Owner letters were mailed December 26, 2025, VINs became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 15, 2025, Ford recall number 25C68 and customer service is 1-866-436-7332.
What's being recalled
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.
How to identify it
NHTSA campaign 25V862000; Manufacturer campaign 25C68
The hazard
An improperly secured seat belt retractor may not restrain an occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
What to do
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.
The official notice
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