CarRecallWatchThe 2024 Ford Explorer has 10 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 21 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 crashes, 1 fire, 4 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Unknown Or Other (4 reports).
2024 Ford Explorer recalls
Second-Row Seats May Unlatch or Slide in Crash Risk
Certain Ford Explorer and Lincoln Aviator SUVs may have a switch for the easy-entry second-row outer seats that can bind or stick.
Transmission May Fail to Lock in Park, Risking Rollaway
Some 2024 Ford Explorer vehicles with a 2.3L engine and 10R60 automatic transmission may experience an unintended reset of the powertrain control module while the vehicle is moving.
Loose Rear Seat Belt Anchor May Fail in a Crash
Some Ford Explorer and Lincoln Aviator SUVs from model years 2020 through 2023 may have seat belt anchor bolts at the second-row outer seating positions that are not properly secured.
Rearview Camera Image May Flip, Reducing Rear View
The center display's rearview camera image may flip or invert when the vehicle is put in reverse.
Engine block heater may crack and cause a short circuit and fire
The engine block heater on certain Ford Focus (2016-2018) and Ford Explorer (2019 and 2024) vehicles may crack and develop a coolant leak.
Loose Trailer Hitch Bolts Can Cause Trailer Detachment
The trailer hitch assembly bolts on certain vehicles may be loose.
Rearview Camera May Show Blank or Stuck Image
A software error can cause the rearview camera to display a blank image, or to keep showing the camera image after the vehicle has left reverse.
Second-Row Seats May Unlatch or Move While Driving
Certain 2020-2023 Ford Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles have a second-row easy-entry seat switch that may bind or stick.
Missing Air Bag Warning Label on Dashboard
Some vehicles may have a missing air bag warning label on the dashboard.
12-Volt Battery Cable Can Chafe and Cause a Fire
Certain 2024 Ford Explorer vehicles with the 3.3L Hybrid engine may have a 12-volt battery cable that can rub against the Belt-integrated Starter Generator (BiSG).
Most common 2024 Ford Explorer problems
Problem areas named in the 21 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Unknown Or Other | 4 |
| Suspension | 4 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 3 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 3 |
| Steering | 2 |
| Air Bags | 2 |
| Seats | 2 |
| Electrical System | 2 |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 1 |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 |
What owners report
Officer was involved in a crash where the vehicles airbags were deployed. When the driver side seat airbag deployed it vented its gas towards the driver. When this happened the heat from the deployed air melted components on his police utility belt. If not for the police belt there is a high probability that the driver would have suffered burns similar to one of our other officers. We would like to know the reasoning behind the airbag vent being directed towards occupants.
The problem with my car is that I replaced the catalytic converter four months ago; I used an original part from the dealership. I am very concerned that the catalytic converter has failed again after only four months. I am convinced that the manufacturing process is flawed or defective. I am afraid something serious might happen to my only car, or that this could happen to someone else. I urge you to investigate what is going on with Ford, as there seem to be constant recalls for their vehicles. I am lodging a complaint because this has happened to me twice now. Furthermore, I only use Shell gasoline; I don't know what else to do, and I am asking for help.
The center display went blank and a/c controls under it would not work. Stopped vehicle and pushed ignition button to off and waited 1 minute and pushed ignition back to on on and display was still blank. Got to destination and pushed ignition to off. The next day when I got into vehicle and pushed ignition button to on the display worked.
have been getting a warning coming up saying pre-collision sensor not available sensor blocked over 100 times brought it to the dealership and they said that the bracket for the sensor is broken due to road debris, impact or snow and ice buildup with no evidence of any damage
During a severe, multi-lane impact crash, the second-row outer seatbelts completely failed to maintain restraint and failed to retract. Both occupants in the second-row outer seating positions (ages 5 and 7) sustained visible seatbelt friction burns on their arms from the initial impact, but immediately following the crash, both seatbelts were found completely broken, with all slack pulled completely out and zero mechanical retraction. Both children were found entirely unbuckled and unrestrained immediately following the impact. This vehicle is a Ford Explorer, and this failure matches the exact criteria of an active manufacturer safety recall noted on my insurance documentation (NHTSA Camp
2024 Ford Explorer questions
Does the 2024 Ford Explorer have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 10 safety recalls for the 2024 Ford Explorer: Second-Row Seats May Unlatch or Slide in Crash Risk; Transmission May Fail to Lock in Park, Risking Rollaway; Loose Rear Seat Belt Anchor May Fail in a Crash; Rearview Camera Image May Flip, Reducing Rear View; Engine block heater may crack and cause a short circuit and fire. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2024 Ford Explorer?
Based on 21 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Unknown Or Other (4), Suspension (4), Forward Collision Avoidance (3).
How do I check if a recall on my 2024 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.