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2025 FORD Explorer VIN Decode

VIN: 1FMWK8GCXSGC01560

VIN 1FMWK8GCXSGC01560 decodes as a 2025 FORD Explorer, a sport utility vehicle, built in Chicago, UNITED STATES (USA). This free VinWhere page shows the factory decode — year, make, model, trim, engine, drivetrain, fuel type, and assembly location — plus window-sticker availability and the NHTSA safety recalls reported for this year, make, and model. Vehicle data only: no owner names, addresses, or DMV records.

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Year
2025
Make
FORD
Model
Explorer
Trim
ST
Body
Sport Utility Vehicle
Engine
3L 6-cyl
Drive type
4WD/4-Wheel Drive/4x4
Fuel
Gasoline
Built in
Chicago, UNITED STATES (USA)

Window sticker availability

Original window sticker

Available — view

Safety recalls

20 reported — see below

Safety recalls

NHTSA lists 20 recalls reported for the 2025 FORD Explorer. Recall campaigns apply to a year, make, and model — not a specific VIN — so confirm whether this vehicle is affected and unrepaired at NHTSA.gov/recalls.

  • FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:INJECTORS

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 Lincoln Corsair, 2023-2024 Escape, 2024 Mustang, and 2025 Explorer vehicles. The fuel injectors may have been assembled without O-ring support discs, which can result in a fuel leak.

    Remedy: Dealers will install new fuel injector O-rings and O-ring support discs, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 7, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S54.

    NHTSA campaign 24V634000 · reported 23/08/2024

  • BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles. The rearview camera image may fail when the vehicle speed reaches 10 MPH or greater. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

    Remedy: The accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software will be updated through an over-the-air (OTA) update or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 28, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24C34.

    NHTSA campaign 24V801000 · reported 25/10/2024

  • EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, 2020-2024 Escape, Lincoln Corsair, 2018-2024 F-150, Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The air bag warning label may be missing from the dashboard. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirement Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

    Remedy: Ford will mail owners the warning labels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 19, 2024. Owners may call Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24C39.

    NHTSA campaign 24V852000 · reported 08/11/2024

  • POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Ford Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles. The transmission may be improperly secured due to loose cross member bolts.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the transmission cross member bolts as necessary, free of charge. If the cross member bolts are missing, dealers will replace the cross member and install new bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 29, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S03.

    NHTSA campaign 25V020000 · reported 17/01/2025

  • POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:FLUID/LUBRICANT:VALVES/VALVE BODY

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 F-150, Bronco, 2024 Ranger, 2025 Mustang, Explorer, and Aviator vehicles. The transmission valve body may have been machined incorrectly, which can cause reverse gear failure, or unexpected forward movement in reverse or neutral gear.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the transmission main control valve body, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 11, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S19.

    NHTSA campaign 25V164000 · reported 14/03/2025

  • POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Explorer vehicles. The powertrain control module (PCM) may reset while driving, which can damage the park system or cause an engine stall.

    Remedy: Dealers will update the powertrain control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 6, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S35.

    NHTSA campaign 25V239000 · reported 11/04/2025

Source: NHTSA vehicle safety recalls. Data reflects campaigns reported for this year, make, and model.

VIN structure

WMI (1–3)

1FM

Manufacturer & country

VDS (4–9)

WK8GCX

Vehicle descriptor + check digit

VIS (10–17)

SGC01560

Year, plant & serial

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What vehicle is VIN 1FMWK8GCXSGC01560?+

VIN 1FMWK8GCXSGC01560 decodes as a 2025 FORD Explorer (Sport Utility Vehicle). VinWhere shows factory specifications only — no owner names, addresses, or DMV records.

Does the 2025 FORD Explorer have any safety recalls?+

NHTSA reports 20 safety recalls for the 2025 FORD Explorer (reported by model, not by VIN). Recall campaigns are issued by year, make, and model rather than by individual VIN, so confirm this specific vehicle's status at NHTSA.gov/recalls.

Is the window sticker available for 2025 FORD Explorer?+

Yes, the original window sticker may be available for this VIN, including MSRP, installed options, and standard equipment when available.