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2025–2026 Ford EXPLORER recall: lights and instruments

2025–2026 Ford EXPLORER SUVs — only Platinum models equipped with the dynamic bending light feature — are affected. A software problem can cause the right headlamp to be incorrectly aimed when turning, which could cause glare for oncoming drivers and increase the risk of a crash; Ford will notify owners by mail and advise taking the vehicle to a dealership to update the headlamp control module software.

What's being recalled

Visit Transport Canada’s Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database for the original recall.

How to identify it

2025–2026 Ford EXPLORER

The hazard

Issue:

On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause the right headlamp to become incorrectly aimed when turning the steering wheel. As a result, the vehicles may not meet certain requirements of Canadian regulations.

Note: This recall only affects the Platinum models equipped with the dynamic bending light feature.

Safety Risk:

A headlamp that isn't aimed correctly could cause glare for oncoming drivers and could increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action:

Ford will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to update the headlamp control module software.

What to do

Please see corrective actions section below

The official notice

This page is a summary of the notice published by Transport Canada, collected from Health Canada, CFIA and Transport Canada. Check the original before you act on it.

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A little guidance

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