Recalls for your 2021 Ford Explorer

Recalls for 2021 Ford Explorer

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Ford Explorer 3.5 Limited 2012

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DEFECT #1 - ENGINE


Posted on: 2020-12-17
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 explorer and lincoln aviator vehicles.  The right hand motor mount fasteners may have been incorrectly tightened, and may loosen over time.

Consequence
With a loose motor mount, motor vibration may cause the axle to disconnect from the engine and could result in loss of power, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will remove and replace the right hand motor mount fasteners, free of charge.  The recall began february 3, 2021.  Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.  Ford's number for this recall is 20s72.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.  

DEFECT #2 - AIR BAGS:CRITICAL FASTENERS


Posted on: 2021-08-23
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2021 explorer and lincoln aviator vehicles.  The side air bag attachment weld studs could detach during the deployment of the side air bag, resulting in an improper deployment.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard 214, side impact protection.

Consequence
Improper deployment of a side air bag increases the risk of injury during a crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the side air bag assemblies, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed september 10, 2021.  Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.  Ford's number for this recall is 21c19.  

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #3 - AIR BAGS:CRITICAL FASTENERS


Posted on: 2021-08-23
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2021 explorer and lincoln aviator vehicles.  The side air bag attachment weld studs could detach during the deployment of the side air bag, resulting in an improper deployment.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard 214, side impact protection.

Consequence
Improper deployment of a side air bag increases the risk of injury during a crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the side air bag assemblies, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed september 10, 2021.  Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.  Ford's number for this recall is 21c19.  

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #4 - AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN


Posted on: 2021-08-23
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2021 explorer and lincoln aviator vehicles.  The side air bag attachment weld studs could detach during the deployment of the side air bag, resulting in an improper deployment.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard 214, side impact protection.

Consequence
Improper deployment of a side air bag increases the risk of injury during a crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the side air bag assemblies, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed september 10, 2021.  Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.  Ford's number for this recall is 21c19.  

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #5 - AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN


Posted on: 2021-08-23
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2021 explorer and lincoln aviator vehicles.  The side air bag attachment weld studs could detach during the deployment of the side air bag, resulting in an improper deployment.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard 214, side impact protection.

Consequence
Improper deployment of a side air bag increases the risk of injury during a crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the side air bag assemblies, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed september 10, 2021.  Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.  Ford's number for this recall is 21c19.  

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #6 - SUSPENSION:REAR


Posted on: 2021-11-10
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2021 explorer and lincoln aviator vehicles.  Incorrect rear suspension module components may have been installed due to a labeling error.

Consequence
A rear suspension module with incorrect components may affect vehicle handling, ride height, and braking characteristics, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the rear suspension module, and replace any incorrect parts, as necessary, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed december 3, 2021.  Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.  Ford's number for this recall is 21s47.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #7 - BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA


Posted on: 2021-09-23
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 explorer, lincoln corsair, and lincoln aviator vehicles equipped with 360-degree cameras.  The video output may fail, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying.

Consequence
A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will update the image processing module (ipmb) software, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed november 16, 2021.  Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.  Ford's number for this recall is 21s44.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #8 - BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA


Posted on: 2021-09-23
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 explorer, lincoln corsair, and lincoln aviator vehicles equipped with 360-degree cameras.  The video output may fail, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying.

Consequence
A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will update the image processing module (ipmb) software, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed november 16, 2021.  Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.  Ford's number for this recall is 21s44.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #9 - BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA


Posted on: 2021-09-23
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 explorer, lincoln corsair, and lincoln aviator vehicles equipped with 360-degree cameras.  The video output may fail, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying.

Consequence
A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will update the image processing module (ipmb) software, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed november 16, 2021.  Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.  Ford's number for this recall is 21s44.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #10 - BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA


Posted on: 2021-09-23
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 explorer, lincoln corsair, and lincoln aviator vehicles equipped with 360-degree cameras.  The video output may fail, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying.

Consequence
A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will update the image processing module (ipmb) software, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed november 16, 2021.  Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.  Ford's number for this recall is 21s44.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #11 - BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA


Posted on: 2021-09-23
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 explorer, lincoln corsair, and lincoln aviator vehicles equipped with 360-degree cameras.  The video output may fail, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying.

Consequence
A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will update the image processing module (ipmb) software, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed november 16, 2021.  Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.  Ford's number for this recall is 21s44.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #12 - BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA


Posted on: 2021-09-23
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 explorer, lincoln corsair, and lincoln aviator vehicles equipped with 360-degree cameras.  The video output may fail, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying.

Consequence
A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will update the image processing module (ipmb) software, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed november 16, 2021.  Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.  Ford's number for this recall is 21s44.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #13 - BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE


Posted on: 2021-09-23
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 explorer, lincoln corsair, and lincoln aviator vehicles equipped with 360-degree cameras.  The video output may fail, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying.

Consequence
A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will update the image processing module (ipmb) software, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed november 16, 2021.  Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.  Ford's number for this recall is 21s44.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #14 - BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE


Posted on: 2021-09-23
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 explorer, lincoln corsair, and lincoln aviator vehicles equipped with 360-degree cameras.  The video output may fail, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying.

Consequence
A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will update the image processing module (ipmb) software, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed november 16, 2021.  Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.  Ford's number for this recall is 21s44.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #15 - BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE


Posted on: 2021-09-23
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 explorer, lincoln corsair, and lincoln aviator vehicles equipped with 360-degree cameras.  The video output may fail, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying.

Consequence
A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will update the image processing module (ipmb) software, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed november 16, 2021.  Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.  Ford's number for this recall is 21s44.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #16 - BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE


Posted on: 2021-09-23
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 explorer, lincoln corsair, and lincoln aviator vehicles equipped with 360-degree cameras.  The video output may fail, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying.

Consequence
A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will update the image processing module (ipmb) software, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed november 16, 2021.  Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.  Ford's number for this recall is 21s44.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #17 - BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE


Posted on: 2021-09-23
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 explorer, lincoln corsair, and lincoln aviator vehicles equipped with 360-degree cameras.  The video output may fail, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying.

Consequence
A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will update the image processing module (ipmb) software, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed november 16, 2021.  Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.  Ford's number for this recall is 21s44.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #18 - BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE


Posted on: 2021-09-23
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 explorer, lincoln corsair, and lincoln aviator vehicles equipped with 360-degree cameras.  The video output may fail, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying.

Consequence
A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will update the image processing module (ipmb) software, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed november 16, 2021.  Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.  Ford's number for this recall is 21s44.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #19 - BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA


Posted on: 2021-09-23
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 explorer, lincoln corsair, and lincoln aviator vehicles equipped with 360-degree cameras.  The video output may fail, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying.

Consequence
A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will update the image processing module (ipmb) software, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed november 16, 2021.  Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.  Ford's number for this recall is 21s44.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #20 - BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA


Posted on: 2021-09-23
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 explorer, lincoln corsair, and lincoln aviator vehicles equipped with 360-degree cameras.  The video output may fail, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying.

Consequence
A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will update the image processing module (ipmb) software, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed november 16, 2021.  Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.  Ford's number for this recall is 21s44.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #21 - BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA


Posted on: 2021-09-23
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 explorer, lincoln corsair, and lincoln aviator vehicles equipped with 360-degree cameras.  The video output may fail, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying.

Consequence
A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will update the image processing module (ipmb) software, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed november 16, 2021.  Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.  Ford's number for this recall is 21s44.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #22 - BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA


Posted on: 2021-09-23
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 explorer, lincoln corsair, and lincoln aviator vehicles equipped with 360-degree cameras.  The video output may fail, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying.

Consequence
A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will update the image processing module (ipmb) software, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed november 16, 2021.  Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.  Ford's number for this recall is 21s44.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #23 - BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA


Posted on: 2021-09-23
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 explorer, lincoln corsair, and lincoln aviator vehicles equipped with 360-degree cameras.  The video output may fail, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying.

Consequence
A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will update the image processing module (ipmb) software, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed november 16, 2021.  Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.  Ford's number for this recall is 21s44.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #24 - BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA


Posted on: 2021-09-23
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 explorer, lincoln corsair, and lincoln aviator vehicles equipped with 360-degree cameras.  The video output may fail, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying.

Consequence
A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will update the image processing module (ipmb) software, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed november 16, 2021.  Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.  Ford's number for this recall is 21s44.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #25 - BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE


Posted on: 2021-09-23
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 explorer, lincoln corsair, and lincoln aviator vehicles equipped with 360-degree cameras.  The video output may fail, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying.

Consequence
A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will update the image processing module (ipmb) software, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed november 16, 2021.  Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.  Ford's number for this recall is 21s44.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #26 - BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE


Posted on: 2021-09-23
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 explorer, lincoln corsair, and lincoln aviator vehicles equipped with 360-degree cameras.  The video output may fail, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying.

Consequence
A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will update the image processing module (ipmb) software, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed november 16, 2021.  Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.  Ford's number for this recall is 21s44.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #27 - BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE


Posted on: 2021-09-23
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 explorer, lincoln corsair, and lincoln aviator vehicles equipped with 360-degree cameras.  The video output may fail, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying.

Consequence
A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will update the image processing module (ipmb) software, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed november 16, 2021.  Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.  Ford's number for this recall is 21s44.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #28 - BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE


Posted on: 2021-09-23
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 explorer, lincoln corsair, and lincoln aviator vehicles equipped with 360-degree cameras.  The video output may fail, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying.

Consequence
A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will update the image processing module (ipmb) software, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed november 16, 2021.  Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.  Ford's number for this recall is 21s44.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #29 - BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE


Posted on: 2021-09-23
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 explorer, lincoln corsair, and lincoln aviator vehicles equipped with 360-degree cameras.  The video output may fail, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying.

Consequence
A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will update the image processing module (ipmb) software, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed november 16, 2021.  Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.  Ford's number for this recall is 21s44.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #30 - BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE


Posted on: 2021-09-23
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 explorer, lincoln corsair, and lincoln aviator vehicles equipped with 360-degree cameras.  The video output may fail, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying.

Consequence
A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will update the image processing module (ipmb) software, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed november 16, 2021.  Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.  Ford's number for this recall is 21s44.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #31 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM)


Posted on: 2023-02-10
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 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.

Consequence
A park system that is damaged may not shift into park, resulting in a vehicle rollaway and increasing the risk of injury or crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the park system for damage and repair as necessary, free of charge.  Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed march 20, 2023.  Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.  Ford's number for this recall is 23s05.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #32 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)


Posted on: 2023-02-10
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 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.

Consequence
A park system that is damaged may not shift into park, resulting in a vehicle rollaway and increasing the risk of injury or crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the park system for damage and repair as necessary, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed march 28, 2023.  Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.  Ford's number for this recall is 23s05.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #33 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)


Posted on: 2023-03-24
Description
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.

Consequence
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.

Corrective Action
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.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #34 - PARKING BRAKE:ELECTRICAL


Posted on: 2023-03-24
Description
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.

Consequence
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.

Corrective Action
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.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #35 - BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA


Posted on: 2023-05-12
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2023 explorer, lincoln aviator, and 2020-2022 lincoln corsair vehicles equipped with a 360-degree camera.  The video output may fail, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying.  

Consequence
Loss of the rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
The remedy is under development.  Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed june 26, 2023.  Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.  Ford's number for this recall is 23s23.  This recall expands and replaces nhtsa recall number 23v-022.  Vehicles previously repaired under 23v-022 will need to have the new remedy performed.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #36 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)


Posted on: 2023-02-10
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 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.

Consequence
A park system that is damaged may not shift into park, resulting in a vehicle rollaway and increasing the risk of injury or crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the park system for damage and repair as necessary, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed march 28, 2023.  Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.  Ford's number for this recall is 23s05.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #37 - BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA


Posted on: 2023-05-12
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2023 explorer, lincoln aviator, and 2020-2022 lincoln corsair vehicles equipped with a 360-degree camera.  The video output may fail, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying.  

Consequence
Loss of the rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the 360-degree camera, free of charge.  Interim owner notification letters were mailed on july 10, 2023.  Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed in july 2023.  Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.  Ford's number for this recall is 23s23.  This recall expands and replaces nhtsa recall number 23v-022.  Vehicles previously repaired under 23v-022 will need to have the new remedy performed.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #38 - BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA


Posted on: 2023-05-12
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2023 explorer, lincoln aviator, and 2020-2022 lincoln corsair vehicles equipped with a 360-degree camera.  The video output may fail, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying.  

Consequence
Loss of the rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the 360-degree camera, free of charge.  Interim owner notification letters were mailed on july 10, 2023.  Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed in july 2023.  Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.  Ford's number for this recall is 23s23.  This recall expands and replaces nhtsa recall number 23v-022.  Vehicles previously repaired under 23v-022 will need to have the new remedy performed.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #39 - BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA


Posted on: 2023-05-12
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2023 explorer, lincoln aviator, and 2020-2022 lincoln corsair vehicles equipped with a 360-degree camera.  The video output may fail, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying.  

Consequence
Loss of the rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the 360-degree camera, free of charge.  Interim owner notification letters were mailed on july 10, 2023.  Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed in july 2023.  Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.  Ford's number for this recall is 23s23.  This recall expands and replaces nhtsa recall number 23v-022.  Vehicles previously repaired under 23v-022 will need to have the new remedy performed.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #40 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)


Posted on: 2023-03-24
Description
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.

Consequence
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.

Corrective Action
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.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #41 - PARKING BRAKE:ELECTRICAL


Posted on: 2023-03-24
Description
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.

Consequence
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.

Corrective Action
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.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #42 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY


Posted on: 2023-09-11
Description
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.  

Consequence
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.  

Corrective Action
Dealers will perform a battery energy control module (becm) diagnostic test and replace the high voltage battery pack, as necessary, free of charge.  Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed october 2, 2023.  Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.  Ford motor company's number for this recall is 23s53.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #43 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)


Posted on: 2023-02-10
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 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.

Consequence
A park system that is damaged may not shift into park, resulting in a vehicle rollaway and increasing the risk of injury or crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the park system for damage and repair as necessary, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed march 28, 2023.  Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.  Ford's number for this recall is 23s05.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #44 - BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA


Posted on: 2023-05-12
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2023 explorer, lincoln aviator, and 2020-2022 lincoln corsair vehicles equipped with a 360-degree camera.  The video output may fail, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying.  

Consequence
Loss of the rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the 360-degree camera, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed november 10, 2023.  Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.  Ford's number for this recall is 23s23.  This recall expands and replaces nhtsa recall number 23v-022.  Vehicles previously repaired under 23v-022 will need to have the new remedy performed.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #45 - BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA


Posted on: 2023-05-12
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2023 explorer, lincoln aviator, and 2020-2022 lincoln corsair vehicles equipped with a 360-degree camera.  The video output may fail, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying.  

Consequence
Loss of the rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the 360-degree camera, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed november 10, 2023.  Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.  Ford's number for this recall is 23s23.  This recall expands and replaces nhtsa recall number 23v-022.  Vehicles previously repaired under 23v-022 will need to have the new remedy performed.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #46 - BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA


Posted on: 2023-05-12
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2023 explorer, lincoln aviator, and 2020-2022 lincoln corsair vehicles equipped with a 360-degree camera.  The video output may fail, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying.  

Consequence
Loss of the rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the 360-degree camera, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed november 10, 2023.  Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.  Ford's number for this recall is 23s23.  This recall expands and replaces nhtsa recall number 23v-022.  Vehicles previously repaired under 23v-022 will need to have the new remedy performed.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #47 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)


Posted on: 2023-03-24
Description
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.

Consequence
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.

Corrective Action
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.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #48 - PARKING BRAKE:ELECTRICAL


Posted on: 2023-03-24
Description
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.

Consequence
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.

Corrective Action
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.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #49 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY


Posted on: 2023-09-11
Description
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.  

Consequence
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.  

Corrective Action
Dealers will perform a battery energy control module (becm) diagnostic test and replace the high voltage battery pack, as necessary, free of charge.  A letter informing owners of the safety risk were mailed october 3, 2021.  The remedy is expected to become available in 4th quarter 2023.  Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.  Ford motor company's number for this recall is 23s53.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.