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Ford Explorer recalls.

Every NHTSA recall campaign for the 2000–2025 Ford Explorer, newest first. Each one is listed once, with the model years it covers.

120recall campaigns, model years 2000–2025
2020the most-recalled year (33 campaigns)
Jul 2026newest recall (seats)

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Ford Explorer

Every recall 120

14 filed in the last 12 months. A new recall has had the least time to be fixed, so it's the one most likely still open on a used car.

  • Seats · recall issued Jul 2026 · model year 2025 New: most likely still open

    An unoccupied driver's seat may recline unintentionally during certain scenarios, such as remote unlock or remote start.

    76,748 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 26V470000

  • Seats · recall issued Jul 2026 · model years 2020–2025 New: most likely still open

    The switch for the easy-entry second-row outer seats may bind or stick, resulting in the seats unlatching, tipping, or sliding unexpectedly.

    387,917 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 26V451000

  • Body structure · recall issued Jul 2026 · model years 2016–2019 New: most likely still open

    The roof rail covers may come loose and detach from the vehicle.

    288,314 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 26V448000

  • Transmission & drivetrain · recall issued Jun 2026 · model years 2020–2021 New: most likely still open

    The transmission park pawl may engage while the vehicle is in motion, resulting in park system damage.

    741,195 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 26V402000

  • Transmission & drivetrain · recall issued Jun 2026 · model year 2024 2.3L engines only New: most likely still open

    An unintentional powertrain control module (PCM) reset may occur while the vehicle is in motion and result in park system damage.

    58 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 26V371000

  • Engine · recall issued May 2026 · model year 2025 New: most likely still open

    The engine may fail, which can result in a loss of drive power.

    1,536 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 26V343000

  • Back over prevention · recall issued Mar 2026 · model year 2025 New: most likely still open

    The Image Processing Module A (IPMA) may experience multiple unexpected resets, resulting in loss of the rearview camera image and advanced driver assistance (ADAS) features, including pre-collision assist, lane-keeping …

    254,640 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 26V165000

  • Seat belts · recall issued Mar 2026 · model years 2020–2025 New: most likely still open

    The seat belt anchor bolts at the second-row outer seating positions may be improperly secured.

    561 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 26V159000

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  • Back over prevention · recall issued Mar 2026 · model years 2020–2024 New: most likely still open

    The image on the center display may flip or invert, resulting in an incorrectly displayed rearview image when the vehicle is placed in reverse.

    889,950 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 26V123000

  • Engine · recall issued Mar 2026 · model year 2025 New: most likely still open

    The exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve may fail, resulting in an unexpected loss of drive power.

    47,804 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 26V122000

  • Visibility · recall issued Mar 2026 · model years 2020–2022 New: most likely still open

    The windshield wiper motor may fail and prevent the windshield wipers from operating properly.

    604,533 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 26V117000

  • Lights · recall issued Mar 2026 · model year 2025 New: most likely still open

    The Dynamic Bending Light (DBL) system software may cause the passenger-side headlight to turn in the wrong direction when driving through curves in the road.

    35,772 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 26V121000

  • Suspension · recall issued Feb 2026 · model years 2017–2019 New: most likely still open

    The rear suspension toe links may fracture.

    412,774 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 26V101000

  • Equipment · recall issued Jan 2026 · model years 2019, 2024 New: most likely still open

    The engine block heater may crack and develop a coolant leak, causing it to short circuit when the block heater is plugged in.

    2,403 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 26V012000

  • Visibility · recall issued Oct 2025 · model year 2025

    The windshield glass may have visible air bubbles, which can obscure the driver's visibility.

    56,841 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 25V730000

  • Back over prevention · recall issued Oct 2025 · model year 2015

    The rearview camera may display a distorted, intermittent, or blank image when the vehicle is in reverse.

    1,448,655 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 25V695000

  • Equipment · recall issued Oct 2025 · model years 2016–2018, 2020–2023

    The engine block heater may crack and develop a coolant leak, causing it to short circuit when the block heater is plugged in.

    59,006 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 25V685000

  • Trailer hitches · recall issued Oct 2025 · model years 2024–2025

    The trailer hitch assembly bolts may be loose.

    1,412 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 25V687000

  • Lights · recall issued Aug 2025 · model year 2025

    When towing a trailer, the tail lights on the trailer may fail to illuminate due to an improperly manufactured body control module.

    213,121 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 25V543000

  • Fuel system, gasoline · recall issued Jul 2025 · model years 2021–2023

    The low-pressure fuel pump may fail, which can result in an engine stall while driving.

    850,318 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 25V455000

  • Back over prevention · recall issued Jun 2025 · model years 2020–2024

    A software error may cause the rearview camera to display a blank image, or the image may remain on the display after the backing event has ended.

    200,237 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 25V442000

  • Seats · recall issued Jun 2025 · model years 2020–2025

    The switch for the easy-entry second-row outer seats may bind or stick, resulting in the seats unlatching, folding, or sliding unexpectedly while driving.

    304,662 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 25V393000

  • Engine · recall issued Jun 2025 · model year 2025

    The connecting rod and rod bearing components may have manufacturing defects that can lead to engine damage and engine failure.

    156 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 25V344000

  • Brakes · recall issued Jun 2025 · model year 2025

    The bolts securing the front brake caliper may not be tightened properly, which can result in a loss of front brake function and possible wheel damage.

    3 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 25V371000

  • Body structure · recall issued May 2025 · model years 2016–2017

    The driver and front passenger B-Pillar door trim may detach while driving.

    492,145 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 25V347000

  • Body structure · recall issued May 2025 · model year 2025

    A mounting bolt for the front subframe may have been tightened improperly.

    206 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 25V316000

  • Transmission & drivetrain · recall issued Apr 2025 · model year 2025

    The powertrain control module (PCM) may reset while driving, which can damage the park system or cause an engine stall.

    24,655 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 25V239000

  • Back over prevention · recall issued Mar 2025 · model years 2020–2023

    The video output may fail, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying.

    49,399 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 25V159000

  • Transmission & drivetrain · recall issued Mar 2025 · model years 2020–2022

    The rear axle horizontal mounting bolt may fracture and cause the driveshaft to disconnect.

    4,247 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 25V166000

  • Transmission & drivetrain · recall issued Mar 2025 · model year 2025

    The transmission valve body may have been machined incorrectly, which can cause reverse gear failure, or unexpected forward movement in reverse or neutral gear.

    269 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 25V164000

  • Seat belts · recall issued Feb 2025 · model years 2020–2021

    The seat belt buckle anchor bolts at one or more seating positions may be improperly secured.

    240,510 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 25V093000

  • Transmission & drivetrain · recall issued Jan 2025 · model year 2025

    The transmission may be improperly secured due to loose cross member bolts.

    259 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 25V020000

  • Equipment · recall issued Nov 2024 · model years 2020–2025

    The air bag warning label may be missing from the dashboard.

    27,678 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 24V852000

  • Back over prevention · recall issued Oct 2024 · model year 2025

    The rearview camera image may fail when the vehicle speed reaches 10 MPH or greater.

    391 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 24V801000

  • Hybrid propulsion system · recall issued Sep 2024 · model year 2024 3.3L engines only

    The 12-Volt battery cable may chafe against the Belt-integrated Starter Generat (BiSG) and short circuit.

    61 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 24V685000

  • Engine · recall issued Aug 2024 · model years 2021–2022

    The engine intake valves may break while driving, which can result in engine failure and a loss of drive power.

    90,736 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 24V635000

  • Fuel system, gasoline · recall issued Aug 2024 · model year 2025

    The fuel injectors may have been assembled without O-ring support discs, which can result in a fuel leak.

    24 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 24V634000

  • Engine · recall issued Aug 2024 · model years 2020–2022

    In the event of an engine failure, engine oil and fuel vapor may be released into the engine compartment and accumulate near ignition sources such as hot engine or exhaust components, possibly resulting in an engine comp…

    85,238 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 24V598000

  • Back over prevention · recall issued Mar 2024 · model year 2020

    Due to a poor electrical connection, the rearview camera may intermittently display a blank or distorted image.

    1,988 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 24V188000

  • Suspension · recall issued Feb 2024 · model year 2023

    The right-front lower fastener connecting the steering knuckle and strut may be loose or missing.

    121 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 24V091000

  • Body structure · recall issued Jan 2024 · model years 2011–2019

    The A-pillar trim retention clips may not be properly engaged, allowing the trim to detach.

    1,889,110 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 24V031000

  • Back over prevention · recall issued Oct 2023 · model year 2023

    Due to a manufacturing error in the wire harness, the rearview camera may display a blue image on the SYNC screen when the vehicle is placed in reverse.

    2,866 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 23V686000

  • Transmission & drivetrain · recall issued Oct 2023 · model years 2020–2022

    The rear axle horizontal mounting bolt may fracture and cause the driveshaft to disconnect.

    238,364 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 23V675000

  • Electrical · recall issued Sep 2023 · model years 2020–2022 3.0L engines only

    A manufacturing defect in one or more of the high voltage battery cells may result in an internal short circuit and battery failure.

    2,954 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 23V626000

  • Engine · recall issued Aug 2023 · model year 2023 2.3L engines only

    The turbocharger oil supply line may be damaged, which can result in an oil leak inside the engine compartment.

    10 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 23V597000

  • Back over prevention · recall issued May 2023 · model years 2020–2023

    The video output may fail, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying.

    442,973 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 23V342000

  • Back over prevention · recall issued Apr 2023 · model years 2020–2022

    When the Display On/Off Button is used to turn the display to "Off" prior to placing the vehicle in reverse, the backup camera rearview image will not appear on the display.

    523 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 23V305000

  • Transmission & drivetrain · recall issued Mar 2023 · model years 2020–2022

    The previous powertrain control module (PCM) update completed under recall 22V-255 did not include the automatic electronic parking brake feature when the vehicle is shifted to park, as intended.

    674 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 23V199000

  • Transmission & drivetrain · recall issued Feb 2023 · model years 2020–2022 2.3L engines only

    An unintentional powertrain control module (PCM) reset may occur while the vehicle is in motion and result in park system damage.

    3,674 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 23V069000

  • Transmission & drivetrain · recall issued Feb 2023 · model years 2022–2023

    The transmission may contain a loose bolt which could prevent the transmission from engaging the park gear, although the gear shifter position may indicate that the vehicle has been shifted to "PARK.".

    1,138 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 23V070000

  • Back over prevention · recall issued Jan 2023 · model years 2020–2023

    The video output may fail, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying.

    382,759 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 23V022000

  • Fuel system, gasoline · recall issued Sep 2022 · model year 2022 2.3L engines only

    The fuel line may be loose due to improper tightening of the fuel line connection.

    69 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 22V685000

  • Body structure · recall issued Jun 2022 · model year 2022

    The engine rails may have been improperly heat-treated.

    776 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 22V454000

  • Fuel system, gasoline · recall issued Feb 2022 · model year 2022

    The fuel filler tube may detach during a crash.

    18,366 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 22V088000

  • Suspension · recall issued Nov 2021 · model year 2021

    Incorrect rear suspension module components may have been installed due to a labeling error.

    20 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 21V870000

  • Suspension · recall issued Sep 2021 · model years 2011–2013

    These vehicles may be equipped with a cross-axis ball joint (CABJ) replacement part that could seize, and result in a fracture of the outboard section of the rear suspension toe link.

    150,723 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 21V746000

  • Back over prevention · recall issued Sep 2021 · model years 2020–2021

    The video output may fail, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying.

    228,297 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 21V735000

  • Airbags · recall issued Aug 2021 · model year 2021

    The side air bag attachment weld studs could detach during the deployment of the side air bag, resulting in an improper deployment.

    592 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 21V652000

  • Suspension · recall issued Jul 2021 · model years 2013–2017

    Exposure to road salt can cause the cross-axis ball joint to corrode and seize, resulting in a fracture of the outboard section of the rear suspension toe link.

    631,176 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 21V537000

  • Body structure · recall issued May 2021 · model years 2016–2019

    The retention pins could loosen and allow the roof rail covers to detach from the vehicle.

    616,967 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 21V316000

  • Suspension · recall issued Mar 2021 · model years 2013–2017

    The outboard section of a rear suspension toe link may fracture.

    454,941 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 20V675000

  • Suspension · recall issued Mar 2021 · model year 2020

    The rear lower control arm (RLCA) bolts that attach the rear lower control arms to the wheel knuckles may not have been heat-treated, which could cause them to break.

    49 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 21V154000

  • Engine · recall issued Dec 2020 · model years 2020–2021

    The right hand motor mount fasteners may have been incorrectly tightened, and may loosen over time.

    1,405 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 20V788000

  • Fuel system, gasoline · recall issued Nov 2020 · model year 2020 2.3L engines only

    The fuel tank inlet check valve may not be fully welded to the fuel tank shell.

    17 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 20V730000

  • Transmission & drivetrain · recall issued Nov 2020 · model years 2014–2016

    The support bracket for the front drive axle halfshaft may fail.

    15,587 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 20V692000

  • Transmission & drivetrain · recall issued Nov 2020 · model year 2020

    The drive shaft may fracture along the weld seam.

    10,905 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 20V693000

  • Back over prevention · recall issued Sep 2020 · model year 2020

    Due to a poor electrical connection, the rearview camera may intermittently display a blank or distorted image.

    620,246 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 20V575000

  • Seat belts · recall issued Sep 2020 · model year 2020

    The affected vehicles are equipped with second row center seat belt buckles that may not be properly secured to the seat.

    29 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 20V549000

  • Airbags · recall issued Aug 2020 · model year 2020

    The side air bag and/or seat back module attachments may not have been properly tightened in the front seat backs.

    488 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 20V497000

  • Fuel system, gasoline · recall issued Dec 2019 · model year 2020

    Over time, the protective sleeve on the vapor fuel line may chafe through the plastic liquid fuel line and cause a fuel leak.

    3,857 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 19V859000

  • Electrical · recall issued Sep 2019 · model year 2020

    The wiring harness may not have been properly secured and may contact the air conditioner compressor (A/C) pulley, potentially damaging the harness or the A/C belt.

    10,655 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 19V687000

  • Seats · recall issued Sep 2019 · model year 2017

    The seat frames may have sharp edges.

    311,907 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 19V651000

  • Seats · recall issued Aug 2019 · model years 2018–2020

    Also included are certain 2020 Ford Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles equipped with rear outboard seats and manual seat back recliner mechanisms.

    639,137 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 19V633000

  • Transmission & drivetrain · recall issued Aug 2019 · model year 2020

    The Manual Park Release (MPR) cover may not be installed.

    13,896 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 19V575000

  • Suspension · recall issued Jun 2019 · model years 2011–2017

    The rear suspension toe links may fracture due to stress on the rear suspension.

    1,194,173 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 19V435000

  • Fuel system, gasoline · recall issued Nov 2018 · model year 2018

    Due to an assembly error, the fuel pressure sensor may leak fuel.

    144 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 18V807000

  • Seats · recall issued Nov 2017 · model year 2016

    Loose power seat adjuster pivot bolts may cause the front seat cushions to detach and not properly restrain the seat occupant in the event of a crash.

    177,264 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 17V767000

  • Wheels · recall issued Aug 2017 · model years 2011–2017

    These bearings assemblies were manufactured without a self retention feature, possibly resulting in the separation of the wheel or wheel end.

    630 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 17E048000

  • Steering · recall issued Aug 2017 · model year 2017

    The steering gear heat shield fasteners may corrode, allowing the heat shield to detach.

    253 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 17V530000

  • Seats · recall issued May 2017 · model year 2017

    In the event of a crash, the seat back frame may not restrain the occupant due to having inadequate welds.

    2,204 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 17V332000

  • Engine · recall issued Dec 2016 · model year 2017 3.5L engines only

    Improperly brazed turbocharger oil supply tubes may leak oil on engine components.

    1,163 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 16V925000

  • Seats · recall issued Jun 2016 · model year 2016

    The seat back frame may have insufficient welds which may not meet the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 202, "Head Restraints" and 207, "Seating Systems.".

    5,280 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 16V475000

  • Suspension · recall issued Apr 2016 · model years 2014–2015

    The affected vehicles may have improperly welded rear suspension toe links that may fracture.

    75,364 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 16V245000

  • Engine · recall issued Mar 2016 · model year 2016

    The affected vehicles are equipped with 2.3L GTDI engines and engine block heaters.

    1,543 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 16V183000

  • Fuel system, gasoline · recall issued Dec 2015 · model year 2013

    In the affected vehicles, the fuel delivery module may crack, allowing fuel to leak.

    868 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 15V812000

  • Fuel system, gasoline · recall issued Sep 2015 · model year 2016

    During vehicle production, the fuel tank attachment bolts may not have been properly tightened.

    203 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 15V605000

  • Parking brake · recall issued Jul 2015 · model years 2015–2016

    The affected vehicles have a parking brake that may not fully engage when applied.

    7,165 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 15V464000

  • Body structure · recall issued Mar 2015 · model years 2011–2013

    In the affected vehicles, the interior door handle return spring may unseat, resulting in interior door handle that does not return to the fully stowed position after actuation.

    194,484 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 15V171000

  • Steering · recall issued May 2014 · model years 2011–2013

    The affected vehicles may experience an intermittent connection in the electric power steering gear, which can cause a loss of the motor position sensor signal resulting in a shut down of the power steering assist.

    179,027 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 14V286000

  • Steering · recall issued Jan 2014 · model years 2011–2012

    The inability to steer the vehicle increases the risk of a crash.

    300 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 14E001000

  • Latches/locks/linkages · recall issued Jun 2013 · model year 2013

    In the affected vehicles, with sufficient door openings and closings, the child safety locks may change from an activated position to a deactivated position without notice.

    12,569 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 13V270000

  • Fuel system, gasoline · recall issued May 2013 · model year 2013

    In the affected vehicles, the fuel delivery module may develop a crack, allowing fuel to leak.

    390,783 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 13V227000

  • Fuel system, gasoline · recall issued Mar 2013 · model year 2013

    In the affected vehicles, the fuel tanks may have a marginally sealed seam in the side of the tank.

    3,037 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 13V109000

  • Seats · recall issued Feb 2011 · model year 2011

    FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 EXPLORER VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JULY 15, 2010, THROUGH DECEMBER 13, 2010, EQUIPPED WITH SECOND ROW 60% SEATS WITH MANUAL RECLINER MECHANISMS THAT MAY HAVE COMPONENTS THAT ARE…

    1,658 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 11V063000

  • Equipment · recall issued Sep 2010 · model years 2006–2010

    MARATHON IS RECALLING CERTAIN SEAT COVERS, BRAND SUPERHIDES WITH PART NUMBERS 593, 594, 578, 960, 228, 228-09, 267-08, 333, 625, AND 630, SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES.

    294 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 10E043000

  • Seats · recall issued Apr 2010 · model year 2010

    FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 FUSION, EXPLORER, EXPLORER SPORT TRAC, AND MERCURY MILAN AND MOUNTAINEER VEHICLES MANUFACTURED BETWEEN DECEMBER 15, 2009 THROUGH FEBRUARY 3, 2010 EQUIPPED WITH FRONT SEAT MANUAL …

    33,256 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 10V161000

  • Speed control · recall issued Oct 2009 · model years 2000–2002

    FORD IS RECALLING MODEL YEARS 1995-2003 WINDSTAR, 2000-2003 EXCURSION DIESEL, 1993-1997 AND 1999-2003 F-250 SD THROUGH F-550 SD DIESEL, 1992-2003 E-150 THROUGH E-550, 1995-2002 EXPLORER, 1997 AND 2002 MERCURY MOUNTAINEER…

    NHTSA 09V399000

  • Lights · recall issued May 2009 · model years 2000–2004

    DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

    NHTSA 09E025000

  • Lights · recall issued Apr 2009 · model years 2000–2003

    SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES.

    NHTSA 09E012000

  • Visibility · recall issued Dec 2007 · model years 2002–2008

    CERTAIN CURVED TEMPERED REPLACEMENT GLASS MANUFACTURED BY HANGZHOU SAFETY GLASS LTD AND SUPPLIED TO SAFELITE BY AUTO TEMP INC., IDENTIFIED AS DOT-430, AND SOLD FOR USE ON CERTAIN DOMESTIC AND FOREIGN VEHICLES MAY NOT BRE…

    NHTSA 07E104000

  • Transmission & drivetrain · recall issued Sep 2007 · model year 2008 4.6L engines only

    ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE 4.6L ENGINE AND 6R TRANSMISSION, THE BOLT SECURING THE TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER LINE FITTINGS AT THE TRANSMISSION MAY NOT HAVE BEEN SUFFICIENTLY TORQUED DURING VEHICLE A…

    NHTSA 07V453000

  • Speed control · recall issued Aug 2007 · model years 2000–2001

    ON CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS, PASSENGER VEHICLES, SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, AND MOTOR HOMES CHASSIS, THE SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH MAY, UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS, LEAK INTERNALLY AND THEN OVERHEAT, SMOKE, OR BURN.

    NHTSA 07V336000

  • Steering · recall issued Apr 2007 · model year 2007

    ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE TWO BOLTS THAT ATTACH THE STEERING GEAR ASSEMBLY TO THE FRAME MAY HAVE BEEN OVER-TIGHTENED.

    NHTSA 07V181000

  • Fuel system, gasoline · recall issued Jun 2006 · model years 2000–2001

    CERTAIN AFTERMARKET FUEL FILTERS SOLD UNDER THE PUROLATOR BRAND NAME, P/N F65277, SHIPPED FROM JANUARY 16 THROUGH JUNE 2, 2006, FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES.

    NHTSA 06E056000

  • Lights · recall issued May 2006 · model years 2001–2006

    CERTAIN CK MOTORSPORTS COMBINATION HEADLIGHTS, CLEAR CORNER, BUMPER, AND SIDE MARKER LIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE.

    NHTSA 06E049000

  • Lights · recall issued Mar 2006 · model years 2000–2005

    CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE.

    NHTSA 06E026000

  • Visibility · recall issued Nov 2005 · model year 2006

    ON CERTAIN TRUCKS, PASSENGER CARS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR MAY HAVE BEEN PRODUCED WITHOUT GREASE BEING APPLIED TO THE OUTPUT SHAFT GEAR.

    NHTSA 05V520000

  • Body structure · recall issued Sep 2004 · model years 2002–2003

    ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE LIFTGATE GLASS STRUT MAY BECOME DISENGAGED OR THE HINGE MAY FRACTURE ALLOWING THE GLASS TO FALL AND POSSIBLY BREAK.

    NHTSA 04V442000

  • Speed control · recall issued Aug 2003 · model years 2000–2001 4.0L engines only

    ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH SPEED CONTROL AND 4.0L SOHC ENGINES, IF THE STRAND COVER ON THE SPEED CONTROL CABLE BECOMES FLARED AT THE END, THE SPEED CONTROL CABLE MAY BIND WHEN THE SPEED CONTROL IS AC…

    NHTSA 03V280000

  • Seats · recall issued Aug 2003 · model years 2000–2001

    ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH HIGH BACK SEATS, THE UPPER BOLT ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE HIGH BACK SEAT, THAT ATTACHES THE SEAT RECLINER MECHANISM TO THE SEAT BACK FRAME, COULD FRACTURE.

    NHTSA 03V281000

  • Body structure · recall issued Mar 2003 · model years 2000–2003

    CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCK, VAN, AND MINI VAN CONVERSIONS EQUIPPED WITH SOUTHERN COMFORT BUILT RUNNING BOARDS THAT CONTAIN CERTAIN COURTESY LIGHTS MANUFACTURED BY AMERICAN TECHNOLOGY COMPONENTS, INC.

    NHTSA 03V094000

  • Tires · recall issued May 2001 · model year 2002

    VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES.

    NHTSA 01V171000

  • Tires · recall issued May 2001 · model years 2000–2001

    THIS IS NOT A SAFETY RECALL IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE SAFETY ACT.

    NHTSA 01X001000

  • Visibility · recall issued Apr 2001 · model year 2002

    THIS IS NOT A SAFETY RECALL IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE SAFETY ACT.

    NHTSA 01I010000

  • Transmission & drivetrain · recall issued Nov 2000 · model year 2000

    VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE 3.27 OR 3.55 AXLE RATION.

    NHTSA 00V395000

  • Equipment · recall issued Oct 2000 · model year 2001

    VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF PART 567.4, "CERTIFICATION." THESE VEHICLES WERE SHIPPED FROM THE ASSEMBLY PLANT WITHOUT SAFETY CERTIFICATION LABELS.

    NHTSA 00V313000

  • Tires · recall issued Aug 2000 · model year 2000

    TIRE DESCRIPTION: FIRESTONE WILDERNESS AT, SIZE P235/75R15, PRODUCED AT THE DECATUR, ILLINOIS TIRE PLANT AND ALL FIRESTONE RADIAL ATX AND RADIAL ATX II TIRES, SIZE P235/75R15.

    NHTSA 00T005000

  • Seat belts · recall issued Aug 2000 · model year 2000

    VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES, LIGHT DUTY TRUCKS, SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, AND MINI VANS EQUIPPED WITH TRW SEAT BELT BUCKLE ASSEMBLIES.

    NHTSA 00V228001

  • Airbags · recall issued Jul 2000 · model year 2000

    VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: 4-DOOR SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH SIDE AIR BAGS.

    NHTSA 00V179000

  • Electrical · recall issued Mar 2000 · model year 2000 4.0L engines only

    VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MULTI-PURPOSE VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 4.0L ENGINES AND ALL-TIME 4-WHEEL DRIVE (A4WD) POWERTRAINS.

    NHTSA 00V072000

Recalls by model year. Campaigns that cover each year.

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What they fix. Campaigns by system.

  • Transmission & drivetrain15
  • Back over prevention13
  • Fuel system, gasoline12
  • Seats11
  • Body structure9
  • Engine9
  • Suspension9
  • Lights6

Is one open on your Explorer?

A recall only matters if it's still open on that exact car. NHTSA's public recall data works by make, model and year, so these lists cover every car of that model year, not one VIN. Whether a recall was already fixed on a particular car is in the automaker's records: type the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or ask any dealer of that brand. The repair is free.

Canada? See recalls at Transport Canada

Questions

How many recalls does the Ford Explorer have?

120 recall campaigns across model years 2000–2025, from NHTSA. Many campaigns cover several model years; counted once for every model year they cover (the way each year's page counts them), that's 277.

Which Ford Explorer year has the most recalls?

The 2020, with 33 campaigns. 2021: 26, 2022: 24, 2025: 20.

What are most Ford Explorer recalls about?

Transmission & drivetrain: 15 of the 120 campaigns. Then back over prevention (13) and fuel system, gasoline (12).

What is the newest Ford Explorer recall?

Seats, filed Jul 2026 (NHTSA 26V470000): An unoccupied driver's seat may recline unintentionally during certain scenarios, such as remote unlock or remote start.

What is the biggest Ford Explorer recall?

NHTSA 24V031000 (body structure, Jan 2024) covers 1,889,110 vehicles in all, every model in that campaign. The A-pillar trim retention clips may not be properly engaged, allowing the trim to detach.

How do I check if my Ford Explorer has an open recall?

Use its VIN: type it at nhtsa.gov/recalls or ask any Ford dealer. Our VIN check decodes it and lists every recall for that model year. Recall repairs are free.

Ford Explorer: problems and best years · All Ford recalls · Recall check

Source: NHTSA recall campaigns (api.nhtsa.gov), matched to the model names owners use in NHTSA complaints. Vehicle counts and the "park it" warnings come from NHTSA's recall file, which starts in 2010, so older recalls have no count. A campaign's count covers every make and model in it.

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