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Ford Recall 23S16:
2020 Ford Explorer
Without the electronic parking brake applied, the vehicle could rollaway if the driveshaft disconnects. A disconnected driveshaft can also result in a loss of drive power. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Parking Brake — Electrical
Power Train — Automatic Transmission — Control Module (TCM/PCM/Tecm)
- Summary
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Explorer vehicles equipped with a 2.3L RWD, 3.3L GAS, 3.3L FHEV, or 3.0L ST powertrain. 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. In addition, the rear axle horizontal mounting bolt may fracture and cause the driveshaft to disconnect.
- Actions
- Dealers will update the PCM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 31, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S16.
- Documents (6)
- Recall Acknowledgement
- Recall 573 Report - 3/30/23
- Recall 573 Report - 3/28/23
- Defect Notice 573 Report
- Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) - Dealer Bulletin re NEW VEHICLE DEMONSTRATION / DELIVERY HOLD Safety Recall 23S16 Certain 2020-2022 Model Year Explorer Vehicles Rear Axle Bolt Fractures
- Recall 573 Report - 5/17/23
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