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2012 Ford Explorer

7 Recalls & Safety Reports

Recall List for the 2012 Ford Explorer

Official recalls have been issued for the 2012 Ford Explorer by the NHTSA. The complete details of all recalls are listed below, along with what they cover and the recommended solutions.

Recalls don't cost you anything to get fixed, but most are time-limited, so if your car is affected you should call your local Ford service department immediately!

If you have questions about a recall, write down your VIN & then call Ford customer service.

  1. RECALL:

    A detached trim piece can fall off the vehicle, becoming a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    JAN 19, 2024
    Vehicles Affected
    1,889,110

  2. RECALL: Rear Suspension Toe Link Fracture

    A rear toe link fracture can result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    SEP 22, 2021
    Vehicles Affected
    150,723

  4. RECALL: Rear Suspension Toe Links May Fracture

    A fractured rear toe link will cause a sudden change in vehicle handling and increase the risk of a crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    JUN 10, 2019
    Vehicles Affected
    1,194,173

  5. RECALL: Hub Unit Bearing May Allow Wheel Detachment

    A loss of the wheel or wheel end can increase the risk of a crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    AUG 28, 2017
    Vehicles Affected
    630

  6. RECALL: Interior Door Handle Return Spring May Unseat

    If the interior door handle return spring is unseated, the door may unlatch in the event of a side impact crash, increasing the risk of personal injury. Read more »

    Date Announced
    MAR 24, 2015
    Vehicles Affected
    194,484

  7. RECALL: Loss Of Electric Power Steering Assist

    If the vehicle experiences a loss of power steering assist it will require extra steering effort at lower speeds, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    MAY 29, 2014
    Vehicles Affected
    179,027

  8. RECALL: Replacement Steering Gears May Lock Steering

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

    Date Announced
    JAN 06, 2014
    Vehicles Affected
    300

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