Air Bags recall
26V-581
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Explorer vehicles. The active vent on the passenger side may not open as intended, preventing the air bag from deploying properly.
Ford Explorer recalls by model year
| Model year | Recalls | Complaints | Overall safety rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Explorer | 14 | 44 | ★★★★★ |
| 2025 Explorer | 20 | 109 | ★★★★★ |
| 2024 Explorer | 10 | 29 | ★★★★★ |
| 2023 Explorer | 15 | 115 | ★★★★★ |
Recalls per year
Most common Ford Explorer problems
Based on 297 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for all model years.
Latest Ford Explorer recalls
Engine and Engine Cooling recall
26V-548
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Explorer, Bronco, Bronco Sport, Mustang, and Ranger vehicles. The engine piston domes may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in piston dome failure and lead to a loss of drive power.
Engine and Engine Cooling recall
26V-532
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Explorer vehicles equipped with a 2.3L engine. The engine connecting rod bearings may seize, which can result in engine failure.
Seats recall
26V-470
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2027 Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles. An unoccupied driver's seat may recline unintentionally during certain scenarios, such as remote unlock or remote start.
Seats recall
26V-451
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2027 Aviator and 2020-2026 Explorer vehicles. The switch for the easy-entry second-row outer seats may bind or stick, resulting in the seats unlatching, tipping, or sliding unexpectedly.
Power Train recall
26V-371
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 Explorer vehicles equipped with a 2.3L engine and 10R60 automatic transmission. An unintentional powertrain control module (PCM) reset may occur while the vehicle is in motion and result in park system damage.