There have been 82 safety recalls for the Ford Explorer. The most recent recalls are shown below. Table 1 and Table 2 show the historical recalls and the recall statistics by the model year of the Ford Explorer.
a damaged park system can result in a vehicle rollaway when the vehicle is placed in park without the parking brake applied. an engine stall while driving can result in a sudden loss of drive power. either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2025 Ford Explorer |
| Component: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE |
| Recall Summary: 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.... Details of this recall 🔎 |
loss of the rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2020 Ford Explorer, 2021 Ford Explorer, 2022 Ford Explorer, 2023 Ford Explorer, 2020 Lincoln Aviator, 2021 Lincoln Aviator, 2022 Lincoln Aviator, 2023 Lincoln Aviator, 2020 Lincoln Corsair, 2021 Lincoln Corsair, 2022 Lincoln Corsair |
| Component: BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE |
| Recall Summary: ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2023 explorer, lincoln aviator, and 2020-2022 lincoln corsair vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 23v-342. the video output may fail, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying. ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
a loose seat belt or seat belt buckle may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2020 Ford Explorer, 2021 Ford Explorer, 2020 Lincoln Aviator, 2021 Lincoln Aviator |
| Component: SEAT BELTS |
| Recall Summary: ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 explorer and aviator vehicles. the seat belt buckle anchor bolts at one or more seating positions may be improperly secured. additionally, vehicles may have an improperly secured seat belt retractor anchor bolt and/or seat belt anchor bolt ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
without a label that shows the proper restraint usage guidelines, the occupants may have an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2020 Ford Escape, 2021 Ford Escape, 2022 Ford Escape, 2023 Ford Escape, 2024 Ford Escape, 2018 Ford Expedition, 2019 Ford Expedition, 2020 Ford Expedition, 2021 Ford Expedition, 2022 Ford Expedition, 2023 Ford Expedition, 2024 Ford Expedition, 2020 Ford Explorer, 2021 Ford Explorer, 2022 Ford Explorer, 2023 Ford Explorer, 2024 Ford Explorer, 2025 Ford Explorer, 2018 Ford F-150, 2019 Ford F-150, 2020 Ford F-150, 2021 Ford F-150, 2022 Ford F-150, 2023 Ford F-150, 2024 Ford F-150, 2020 Lincoln Aviator, 2021 Lincoln Aviator, 2022 Lincoln Aviator, 2023 Lincoln Aviator, 2024 Lincoln Aviator, 2025 Lincoln Aviator, 2020 Lincoln Corsair, 2021 Lincoln Corsair, 2022 Lincoln Corsair, 2023 Lincoln Corsair, 2024 Lincoln Corsair, 2018 Lincoln Navigator, 2019 Lincoln Navigator, 2020 Lincoln Navigator, 2021 Lincoln Navigator, 2022 Lincoln Navigator, 2023 Lincoln Navigator, 2024 Lincoln Navigator |
| Component: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS |
| Recall Summary: 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.... Details of this recall 🔎 |
a fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2023 Ford Escape, 2024 Ford Escape, 2025 Ford Explorer, 2024 Ford Mustang, 2023 Lincoln Corsair |
| Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:INJECTORS |
| Recall Summary: 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.... Details of this recall 🔎 |
an engine compartment fire increases the risk of injury.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2020 Ford Explorer, 2021 Ford Explorer, 2022 Ford Explorer |
| Component: ENGINE |
| Recall Summary: ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 explorer vehicles equipped with the police interceptor utility package. 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 ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
a rearview camera that displays a blank or distorted image can reduce the drivers view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2020 Ford Explorer |
| Component: BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA |
| Recall Summary: ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020 explorer vehicles. due to a poor electrical connection, the rearview camera may intermittently display a blank or distorted image. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 111, ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
a loose or missing connection between the knuckle and strut can cause improper tire alignment, resulting in a steering pull or require increased steering effort. additionally, the brake hose may contact the tire and become damaged, resulting in a brake fluid leak and a loss of braking ability. either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2023 Ford Explorer |
| Component: STEERING:LINKAGES:KNUCKLE:SPINDLE:ARM |
| Recall Summary: ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2023 explorer vehicles. the right-front lower fastener connecting the steering knuckle and strut may be loose or missing.... Details of this recall 🔎 |
a detached trim piece can fall off the vehicle, becoming a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2011 Ford Explorer, 2012 Ford Explorer, 2013 Ford Explorer, 2014 Ford Explorer, 2015 Ford Explorer, 2016 Ford Explorer, 2017 Ford Explorer, 2018 Ford Explorer, 2019 Ford Explorer |
| Component: STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS |
| Recall Summary: ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2011-2019 explorer vehicles. the a-pillar trim retention clips may not be properly engaged, allowing the trim to detach. ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
battery failure can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. battery failure can also increase the risk of a fire.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2020 Ford Explorer, 2021 Ford Explorer, 2022 Ford Explorer, 2020 Lincoln Aviator, 2021 Lincoln Aviator, 2022 Lincoln Aviator |
| Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY |
| Recall Summary: ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 lincoln aviator and ford explorer vehicles equipped with 3.0l phev engines. a manufacturing defect in one or more of the high voltage battery cells may result in an internal short circuit and battery failure. ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
| Date | Component | Vehicle Affected |
|---|---|---|
| Apr. 11, 2025 | Power Train:automatic Transmission:control Module:software | 24,655 |
| Mar. 14, 2025 | Back Over Prevention:software | 49,399 |
| Feb. 14, 2025 | Seat Belt | 240,510 |
| Nov. 8, 2024 | Equipment:other:labels | 27,678 |
| Aug. 23, 2024 | Fuel System, Gasoline:fuel Injection System:injectors | 24 |
| Aug. 9, 2024 | Engine | 85,238 |
| Mar. 8, 2024 | Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera | 1,988 |
| Feb. 8, 2024 | Steering:linkages:knuckle:spindle:arm | 118 |
| Jan. 19, 2024 | Structure:body:roof And Pillars | 1,889,110 |
| Sep. 8, 2023 | Electrical System:propulsion System:traction Battery | 2,954 |
| May. 12, 2023 | Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera | 422,201 |
| Jan. 23, 2023 | Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera | 382,759 |
| Sep. 22, 2021 | Suspension:rear | 126,033 |
| Sep. 22, 2021 | Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera | 228,297 |
| Aug. 23, 2021 | Air Bags:critical Fasteners | 592 |
| May. 5, 2021 | Structure:body | 616,967 |
| Nov. 24, 2020 | Fuel System, Gasoline:storage | 17 |
| Oct. 30, 2020 | Suspension:rear | 318,381 |
| Sep. 10, 2020 | Seat Belts: Rear:buckle Assembly | 29 |
| Sep. 11, 2019 | Seats | 311,907 |
| Aug. 28, 2019 | Seats:front Assembly:recliner | 482,520 |
| Jun. 10, 2019 | Suspension:rear | 1,194,173 |
| Nov. 14, 2018 | Gasoline Fuel System | 144 |
| Nov. 29, 2017 | Seats | 177,264 |
| Aug. 28, 2017 | Steering | 253 |
| May. 22, 2017 | Seats | 2,204 |
| Dec. 22, 2016 | Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:gasoline:turbo-charger | 1,163 |
| Jun. 28, 2016 | Seats:front Assembly:recliner | 5,280 |
| Apr. 26, 2016 | Suspension:rear | 75,364 |
| Mar. 31, 2016 | Engine And Engine Cooling:engine | 1,543 |
| Dec. 2, 2015 | Gasoline Fuel System | 868 |
| Sep. 28, 2015 | Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly:mounting | 203 |
| Jul. 24, 2015 | Parking Brake | 7,165 |
| Mar. 24, 2015 | Structure:body:door | 194,484 |
| May. 29, 2014 | Steering:electric Power Assist System | 179,027 |
| Jun. 26, 2013 | Latches/locks/linkage | 12,569 |
| May. 31, 2013 | Gasoline Fuel System | 390,783 |
| Mar. 27, 2013 | Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly | 3,037 |
| Feb. 2, 2011 | Seats | 1,658 |
| Apr. 20, 2010 | Seats:front Assembly:recliner | 33,256 |
| Oct. 13, 2009 | Vehicle Speed Control | 4,500,000 |
| Sep. 26, 2007 | Power Train:automatic Transmission:cooling Unit And Lines | 1,497 |
| Aug. 3, 2007 | Vehicle Speed Control | 3,600,000 |
| Apr. 25, 2007 | Steering | 11 |
| Aug. 1, 2006 | Vehicle Speed Control | 1,200,000 |
| Nov. 9, 2005 | Visibility:windshield Wiper/washer:motor | 199,942 |
| Sep. 13, 2004 | Structure:body:hatchback/liftgate:hinge And Attachments | 955,732 |
| Aug. 5, 2003 | Seats:front Assembly:recliner | 1,552,880 |
| Aug. 5, 2003 | Vehicle Speed Control:cables | 448,005 |
| Mar. 7, 2003 | Structure | 3,674 |
| May. 24, 2001 | Tires:sidewall | 52,000 |
| Dec. 27, 2000 | Vehicle Speed Control | 220,000 |
| Nov. 28, 2000 | Suspension | 810,000 |
| Nov. 28, 2000 | Power Train:automatic Transmission:control Module (tcm, Pcm) | 100,500 |
| Oct. 17, 2000 | Equipment:other:labels | 5 |
| Aug. 18, 2000 | Seat Belt | 144,435 |
| Jul. 5, 2000 | Air Bags:side/window | 2,300 |
| Jun. 19, 2000 | Exterior Lighting | 20,637 |
| Mar. 7, 2000 | Electrical System:fuses And Circuit Breakers | 208,903 |
| Nov. 3, 1999 | Structure:body:hatchback/liftgate:support Device | 470,582 |
| Jun. 29, 1999 | Latches/locks/linkages:hood:latch | 854,288 |
| May. 18, 1999 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings | 15,681 |
| Mar. 30, 1999 | Vehicle Speed Control | 898,739 |
| Mar. 19, 1998 | Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings | 320,000 |
| Dec. 18, 1997 | Structure:body:roof And Pillars | 185,000 |
| Nov. 24, 1997 | Electrical System:ignition:anti-theft Controller | 1,100 |
| Aug. 19, 1997 | Structure:body:hatchback/liftgate:support Device | 2,200 |
| May. 5, 1997 | Visibility:rearview Mirrors/devices | 610,000 |
| Apr. 30, 1997 | Vehicle Speed Control | 23,000 |
| Aug. 29, 1996 | Equipment:other:labels | 134,770 |
| Apr. 22, 1996 | Latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch | 73,500 |
| Feb. 5, 1996 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic:power Assist:hydraulic | 108,000 |
| Aug. 25, 1995 | Structure:body:hatchback/liftgate:support Device | 364,784 |
| Mar. 15, 1995 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings | 8,100 |
| Mar. 15, 1995 | Steering:linkages:tie Rod Assembly | 49,300 |
| Sep. 7, 1994 | Parking Brake:conventional | 835,791 |
| Aug. 17, 1992 | Seat Belts:front:buckle Assembly | 565,000 |
| Nov. 4, 1991 | Power Train:automatic Transmission | 792,000 |
| Feb. 12, 1991 | Structure:body:bumpers | 220,000 |
| Feb. 11, 1991 | Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly | 25,000 |
| Feb. 11, 1991 | Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly | 18,000 |
| May. 21, 1990 | Visibility:sun Roof Assembly | 2,500 |
| Model | # Recalls |
|---|---|
| 2025 Ford Explorer | 3 |
| 2024 Ford Explorer | 1 |
| 2023 Ford Explorer | 5 |
| 2022 Ford Explorer | 6 |
| 2021 Ford Explorer | 9 |
| 2020 Ford Explorer | 12 |
| 2019 Ford Explorer | 3 |
| 2018 Ford Explorer | 4 |
| 2017 Ford Explorer | 8 |
| 2016 Ford Explorer | 9 |
| 2015 Ford Explorer | 5 |
| 2014 Ford Explorer | 4 |
| 2013 Ford Explorer | 10 |
| 2012 Ford Explorer | 5 |
| 2011 Ford Explorer | 6 |
| 2010 Ford Explorer | 1 |
| 2008 Ford Explorer | 1 |
| 2007 Ford Explorer | 1 |
| 2006 Ford Explorer | 1 |
| 2003 Ford Explorer | 2 |
| 2002 Ford Explorer | 4 |
| 2001 Ford Explorer | 6 |
| 2000 Ford Explorer | 9 |
| 1999 Ford Explorer | 9 |
| 1998 Ford Explorer | 9 |
| 1997 Ford Explorer | 7 |
| 1996 Ford Explorer | 6 |
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 5 |
| 1994 Ford Explorer | 4 |
| 1993 Ford Explorer | 6 |
| 1992 Ford Explorer | 4 |
| 1991 Ford Explorer | 8 |