Ford is recalling 2025 Expedition models with a potential engine oil leak that could cause engine stalling or fire. Owners must have their engine cup plug inspected by a dealer.
A rapid oil leak can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, an oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.
Ford is recalling certain 2025 Expedition vehicles due to a risk of rapid oil leaks that could cause engine stalling or fire. This hazard affects vehicles with misaligned engine cup plugs.
A misaligned engine cup plug can cause rapid oil leaks. If oil leaks near hot engine parts or exhaust, it may ignite, causing a fire. Engine stalling from oil leaks could also lead to a crash.
Owners of 2025 Ford Expedition vehicles with 3.5L GTDI engines are affected. Drivers using these vehicles without proper engine cup plug alignment are at higher risk.
Check if your 2025 Expedition has a 3.5L GTDI engine. The recall covers vehicles with misaligned engine cup plugs that cause oil leaks.
Dealers will inspect and replace the engine cup plug if necessary at no cost.
Call 1-866-436-7332 to get assistance with the recall.
Dealers will inspect the engine cup plug alignment, and replace the plug if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 22, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S30.
The engine may have a misaligned engine cup plug, which can cause rapid oil leaks leading to engine stalling or fire risk.
Dealers will inspect the engine cup plug and replace it if necessary at no cost. Contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 for assistance.
No, only 2025 Expedition models with 3.5L GTDI engines are affected.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Ford to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 25V198000 — Ford Ford Hello, I own a Ford that is covered by recall 25V198000 from Ford. The official recall notice states: Dealers will inspect the engine cup plug alignment, and replace the plug if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 22, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S30. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
