Ford Recalls 2017 GT Models for Rear Wing Hydraulic Leak Risk
Ford is recalling 2017 GT vehicles previously repaired under recall 18V707 because the rear wing valve block may leak hydraulic fluid, increasing fire risk.
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).
The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a hydraulic fluid leak that can increase the risk of a fire, which constitutes a significant injury/property-damage report criterion under the rubric for Severe (4).
Plain-English summary
Ford Motor Company is recalling certain 2017 Ford GT vehicles that were previously repaired incorrectly under recall 18V707. The defect involves the rear wing valve block, which may leak hydraulic fluid.
A hydraulic fluid leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire. No specific number of affected vehicles is provided in the source text, but the recall applies to 2017 GT models with this specific repair history.
Dealers will update the dynamics control module software and replace the rear wing check valve as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 8, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S74.
The recalled product
- Product
- FORD GT
- Brand
- FORD
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Category
- Vehicle — Sports Car
- Hazard
- Affected units
- 2
Is your product affected?
Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.
Model numbers (1)
- GT
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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