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Ford Sales and Service Korea Ltd. 2021-2025 Explorer, 2020-2025 Aviator — recall

Automotive · South Korea · 2025-11-28

Ford Explorer, Aviator automatic folding button cover incorrectly installed

Country	South Korea
Category	Automotive
Published	2025-11-28
Manufacturer	Ford Sales and Service Korea Ltd.
Models affected	2021-2025 Explorer, 2020-2025 Aviator
Units affected	8620
Defect	The cover around the automatic folding button is incorrectly installed, which may cause the button to intermittently stick or become fixed. If the button becomes stuck in the pressed position, the seat may unexpectedly fold or move while driving. If this occurs while driving, occupants may be injured, and the risk of injury in the event of a collision may increase. This recall is initiated due to the confirmed possibility of these issues.
Component	Other interior safety device
Remedy	Check the installation status of the button cover and, if necessary, reassemble or replace it with a new part.
Recall number	K5956
Official notice	View source ↗

What this means for sellers

Likely platform / channel actions	OEMs/dealers will run the remedy (repair, replace or refund); component suppliers in the chain may face traceback.
Self-check for comparable products	Check your comparable products' design, materials and QC records against the defect described here.
Rules & standards likely involved	the destination market's product-safety rules and mandatory standards

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