CarRecallWatchThe 1993 Ford Explorer has 6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 939 complaints with NHTSA, including 86 crashes, 48 fires, 140 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Tires (272 reports).
1993 Ford Explorer recalls
Most common 1993 Ford Explorer problems
Problem areas named in the 939 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Tires | 272 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 250 |
| Structure | 93 |
| Power Train | 78 |
| Suspension | 67 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 67 |
| Visibility | 56 |
| Electrical System | 49 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 38 |
| Seats | 30 |
What owners report
IGNITION SWITCH TURNS WITHOUT A KEY AND THEN IT IS HARD TO INSERT THE KEY. ENGINE STALLED POSSIBLY BECAUSE OF THE SWITCH WHILE WAITING FOR TRAFFIC LIGHT TO CHANGE TO GREEN.
THE ABS MODULE FAILED WITHOUT WARNING WHILE DRIVING STRAIGHT ON A CITY STREET AT ABOUT 20 MPH.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1993 FORD EXPLORER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND WENT TO THE FLOORBOARD WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE ABS MODULE FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REPLACEMENT PART WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO REACH THE MANUFACTURER FOR ASSISTANCE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 68,000. *BF *AS
MICHELIN LTX M/S XL P235/75R-15 ON 93 EXPLORER XL. TIRES ARE 5 YRS OLD WITH LESS THAN 5000 MILES. SERIES OF SIDEWALL CRACKS ABOUT 8" LONG APPEARED IN FRONT RIGHT TIRE, APPROX 5/8" FROM RIM, WITH THE LONGEST CRACK ABOUT 4" LONG AND 0.11" DEEP. NO FAILURE YET, AND THE AMERICAS TIRE DEALER SAYS THE CRACKS ARE NOT A PROBLEM, BUT THE NUMBER OF COMPLAINTS OF SIDEWALL CRACKING AND BLOWOUTS IN MICHELIN TIRES CONCERNS US. *TR
I WAS PULLING INTO MY CONDO'S PARKING GARAGE WHEN DRIVER IN CAR BEHIND ME ALERTED ME THAT MY TRUCK WAS ON FIRE. I STOPPED IMMEDIATELY AND NOTICED SMOKE AND A BURNING SMELL INSIDE OF THE VEHICLE AND MY FEET GOT REALLY HOT. EXITED VEHICLE AND NOTICED FIRE DRIPPING FROM UNDERNEATH VEHICLE AND BLACK SMOKE AND FIRE FROM UNDER THE HOOD. IMMEDIATELY CALLED 911 TO REPORT FIRE, AS THE FIRE UNIT WAS ON ITS WAY THE VEHICLE HAD TWO OR THREE EXPLOSIONS UNDER THE HOOD AND THE HORN CAME ON. THE ENTIRE VEHICLE WAS ENGULFED IN FLAMES. IT WAS A TOTAL LOSS. THE 22 STORY CONDOMINIUM FIRE ALARMS WENT OFF, ALL THE ELEVATORS STOPPED WORKING AND THE FIRE MARSHALL EVACUATED THE ENTIRE BUILDING. THE PARKING G
1993 Ford Explorer questions
Does the 1993 Ford Explorer have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 1993 Ford Explorer: Structure:Body:Hatchback/Liftgate:Support Device/Strut; Structure:Body:Roof And Pillars; Visibility:Rearview Mirrors/Devices; Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Power Assist:Hydraulic; Structure:Body:Hatchback/Liftgate:Support Device/Strut. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1993 Ford Explorer?
Based on 939 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Tires (272), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (250), Structure (93).
How do I check if a recall on my 1993 Ford Explorer has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.