Recall 25V730 affects 56,841 2025-2026 Lincoln Corsair, Aviator, and Explorer vehicles for windshield air bubbles. Repair is free at any franchised Lincoln dealer.
Lincoln is recalling 56,841 2025-2026 Corsair, Aviator, and Explorer vehicles because windshield glass can contain visible air bubbles that obscure the driver's view. Reduced visibility increases crash risk, and Lincoln dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The windshield on the 2025-2026 Corsair, Aviator, and Explorer is laminated glass. It includes a plastic acoustic layer between sheets of glass, which helps quiet the cabin while keeping the driver's forward view clear. The windshield also has to meet federal glazing rules because clear glass is part of safe visibility.
In NHTSA campaign 25V730, the problem is air trapped inside the windshield during the lamination process. That trapped air forms visible bubbles in the laminate layer. If those bubbles sit in the driver's line of sight, they obstruct the view through the windshield instead of leaving a clear path ahead.
There is no warning sign before failure. The defect is the visible bubble pattern itself, so an owner is likely to notice spots, bubbles, or a snowflake-like area in the windshield glass once the condition appears.
Who's affected?
Covers three nameplates across the 2025 and 2026 model years, all tied to the same windshield visibility component.
| 2026 Lincoln Corsair | visibility component |
|---|---|
| 2025 Lincoln Corsair | visibility component |
| 2026 Lincoln Aviator | visibility component |
| 2025 Lincoln Aviator | visibility component |
| 2026 Ford Explorer | visibility component |
| 2025 Ford Explorer | visibility component |
| Units affected | 56,841 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included.
What's the safety risk?
Reduced visibility while driving makes it harder to see traffic, pedestrians, and road hazards and increases the risk of a crash. If your VIN is included, schedule the inspection soon and keep the windshield clear until the dealer checks it. Repair is free at any franchised Lincoln dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2025-2026 Corsair, Aviator, or Explorer is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Lincoln dealer to schedule the free windshield inspection, and have the windshield replaced if air bubbles are blocking the driver's view.
- Bring the recall notice if Lincoln has mailed one. If not, reference recall number 25V730 when you call.
- Avoid driving with visible windshield bubbles in your line of sight; use another vehicle until the dealer inspects it.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Lincoln technician inspects the windshield glass for visible air bubbles that obstruct the driver's view. If the glass is affected, the technician replaces the windshield. The recall repair is free, with parts and labor covered. If you already paid out of pocket for a windshield repair tied to this condition, the manufacturer's standard reimbursement plan covers documented expenses. Bring your repair paperwork to the service desk or contact Ford customer service for the claim path.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| October 24, 2025 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| October 27, 2025 | Dealer notification began |
| October 27, 2025 | Dealer notification ended |
| October 27, 2025 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| November 6, 2025 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 25V730?
Recall 25V730 covers 56,841 2025-2026 Lincoln Corsair, Lincoln Aviator, and Ford Explorer vehicles with windshield glass that has visible air bubbles. The bubbles can block driver visibility and increase crash risk. Dealers will inspect the windshield and replace it as needed for free.
What should I do if my 2025-2026 Lincoln Corsair, Lincoln Aviator, or Ford Explorer is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 25V730. If it is, contact a franchised Lincoln dealer to schedule a windshield inspection. The dealer will replace the windshield as needed at no cost. Reference recall number 25V730 and Ford recall number 25C60 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects and noncompliance issues at no cost. For recall 25V730, dealers will inspect the windshield and replace it as needed free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is reduced driver visibility. Ford reported that visible air bubbles in the windshield glass can obscure the driver's view while driving, which increases the risk of a crash. If your VIN is included, schedule the free windshield inspection and replacement as needed.
When were owners notified about recall 25V730?
Owner notification letters were mailed November 6, 2025. VINs became searchable beginning October 27, 2025. If you bought the vehicle used or never received a letter, check your VIN and reference recall 25V730 when you contact the dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/25V730000 |
|---|---|
| Lincoln customer service | 1-866-436-7332 |
| NHTSA recall # | 25V730 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 25V730000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 19, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →