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2017 Ford Explorer

10 Recalls & Safety Reports

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Recall List for the 2017 Ford Explorer

Official recalls have been issued for the 2017 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
    JUL 15, 2021
    Vehicles Affected
    631,176

  4. RECALL: Roof Rail Covers May Detach

    A detached roof rail cover can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    MAY 05, 2021
    Vehicles Affected
    616,967

  5. 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
    OCT 30, 2020
    Vehicles Affected
    454,941

  6. RECALL: Front Seat Frames May Have Exposed Sharp Edges

    Occupants my contact the sharp edges when reaching between the power front seat and center console, increasing their risk of injury. Read more »

    Date Announced
    SEP 11, 2019
    Vehicles Affected
    311,907

  7. 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

  8. 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

  9. RECALL: Loss Of Power Assisted Steering

    If the heat shield detaches, the steering gear may overheat, increasing the steering effort required by the driver, especially at lower speeds, and increasing the risk of a ... Read more »

    Date Announced
    AUG 28, 2017
    Vehicles Affected
    253

  10. RECALL: Driver Seat Back Frame May Fail/FMVSS 202, 207

    If the occupant is not adequately restrained in the event of a crash, they have an increased risk of injury. Read more »

    Date Announced
    MAY 22, 2017
    Vehicles Affected
    2,204

  11. RECALL: Oil Leak From Turbocharger

    An oil leak, in the presence of an ignition source, increases the risk of a fire. Read more »

    Date Announced
    DEC 22, 2016
    Vehicles Affected
    1,163

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