Does the 2024 Ford Explorer have any recalls?

The 2024 Ford Explorer has 2 recalls on file with NHTSA, including issues with seat belts.

How many complaints have been filed for the 2024 Ford Explorer?

22 consumer complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2024 Ford Explorer.

Are there technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2024 Ford Explorer?

There are 91 technical service bulletins (TSBs) on file with NHTSA for the 2024 Ford Explorer.

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The 2024 Ford Explorer service and repair manual is a detailed, OEM-style reference for diagnostics, maintenance, and repair work. Use it to verify procedures, specifications, and system information before you start a job.

You'll find coverage across key vehicle systems with clear section structure, including wiring diagrams and powertrain, braking, steering, suspension, HVAC, and electrical topics. Digital format makes it easy to search while you work.

Trims covered

ST-Line Sport Utility 4-Door
Timberline Sport Utility 4-Door
Limited Sport Utility 4-Door
Base Sport Utility 4-Door
ST Sport Utility 4-Door
XLT Sport Utility 4-Door
King Ranch Sport Utility 4-Door
Platinum Sport Utility 4-Door

Engines covered

2.3L 2300CC 140Cu. In. l4 GAS DOHC Turbocharged
3.0L 2956CC 181Cu. In. V6 GAS DOHC Turbocharged

Index / Table of contents

Body
Brakes
Chassis Electrical
Driveline
Engine Cooling
Engine Electrical
Engine Mechanical
Engine Performance & Emission Controls
Fuel System
General Information & Identification
Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning
Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Systems
Steering
Suspension
Transmission, Clutch, & Transfer Case
Wiring Diagrams

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2024 Ford Explorer Recalls & Complaints

NHTSA #26V15900017/03/2026Component: SEAT BELTS

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2026 Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles. The seat belt anchor bolts at the second-row outer seating positions may be improper

Consequence

A loose seat belt buckle may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the second-row outer seat belt lower anchor bolts and replace or repa

NHTSA #25V68700010/10/2025Component: TRAILER HITCHES

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Explorer and 2024-2026 Lincoln Aviator vehicles. The trailer hitch assembly bolts may be loose.

Consequence

While towing a trailer, loose trailer hitch bolts can cause a loss of vehicle handling and

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and tighten the trailer hitch bolts, or replace them as necessary, fr

TSB #11032924

2020-2026 Explorer/Escape/Corsair, 2021-2026 Bronco Sport/Bronco, 2022-2026 Maverick, 2024-2026 Mustang/Ranger/Nautilus vehicles equipped with a 2.0L or 2.3L EcoBoost engine may require removal of the turbocharger wastegate control actuator

TSB #11032909

This bulletin supersedes 25-2213. Reason for update: update the Service Procedure to add notes to clarify the customer symptoms, applicability of this TSB, directing technicians to evaluate both front strut mounts, and add Figure 1 to ident

TSB #11032760

Some 2020-2026 Explorer/Police Interceptor Utility/Aviator vehicles may require replacement of the front drive halfshaft inner/outer CV joint boot for various reasons. If Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 205-04 > Diagnosis and Testing leads t

TSB #11032750

This bulletin supersedes 25-2587. Reason For Update: update the Parts list to add the F-clutch friction plates HL3Z-7B164-D and the F-clutch steel plates PR3Z-7B164-A for the proper vehicle lines, replace the transfer case mounting bolt par

TSB #11032690

Some 20242025 Explorer vehicles built on 01-Feb-2024 and through 31-Jul-2024 may exhibit a rattle/clunk/knock noise from the front suspension at low speeds between 830 mph (1348 km/h) over harsh/uneven pavement such as cracks and small b

TSB #11032565

Some 2021-2023 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 3.5L PowerBoost engine and 2020-2026 Explorer vehicles equipped with a 3.3L hybrid engine may exhibit an illuminated powertrain malfunction (wrench) indicator with diagnostic trouble code (DTC)

TSB #11032252

Some 2020-2024 Explorer/Police Interceptor Utility hybrid vehicles may exhibit a "Refuel Error See Manual" message in the instrument panel cluster (IPC) after installing a replacement fuel filler door assembly (7827936). This may be due to

TSB #11031640

Showing the 8 most recent of 91 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.

20250707Component: UNKNOWN OR OTHERFire reported

Deputy was going to an incident and after arrival at the scene the patrol car began to smoke, and flames were seen within the wheel well. Deputy was not in the vehicle when the fir

20260411Component: VISIBILITY/WIPER

Rear windshield wiper doesn't work. Earlier model years have been recalled for wiper motor issues.

20260119Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

â¢ Driver seat not setting its memory for the driver , and will move on its own and go all the way to dash while setting in it or all the way back . Has happened multiple times an

20260119Component: ENGINE

â¢ Driver seat not setting its memory for the driver , and will move on its own and go all the way to dash while setting in it or all the way back . Has happened multiple times an

Showing the 4 most serious of 22 complaints filed with NHTSA.

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