Ford software error may prevent the vehicle from emitting the pedestrian warning sound at certain speeds.
The short version
Ford Motor Company reported a problem with the warnings external/pedestrian alert. Here is what owners need to know.
A software error may prevent the vehicle from emitting the pedestrian warning sound at certain speeds.
A vehicle that does not produce a warning sound may fail to alert pedestrians of an approaching vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.
The audio control module and digital signal processing module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge.
Affected vehicles
These model years are included in NHTSA campaign 25V-691.
| YEAR RANGE | MODEL |
|---|---|
| 2025 | Ford Explorer |
| 2024–2026 | Lincoln Nautilus |
What changed
Newest first. The record shows both when the recall began and what has changed since.
- Recall reported to NHTSA. LATEST
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