2024 FORD EXPLORER Safety Overview
The 2024 FORD EXPLORER has been closely monitored for safety issues.
Official NHTSA Recalls
The NHTSA has issued 9 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:
- Power train:automatic transmission
- Seat belts
- Back over prevention:software
Severe Defect Warnings
Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as a park system that is damaged may not shift into "park," resulting in a vehicle rollaway and increasing the risk of injury or crash.
Consumer Complaints
To date, there have been no consumer complaints filed with the NHTSA for this model year.
Why It Matters
Staying informed about these safety records is critical for FORD EXPLORER owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.
Latest Vehicle Recalls
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 Explorer vehicles equipped with a 2.3L engine...
A park system that is damaged may not shift into "PARK," resulting in a vehicle rollaway and increasing the risk of injury or crash.
NHTSA Recall 26V371000: A park system that is damaged may not shift into "PARK," resulting in a... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2026 Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles.
A loose seat belt buckle may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
A safety recall has been issued concerning seat belts. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2026 Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles. If ignored, aloose seat belt buckle may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.. To fix this, dealers will inspect the second-row outer seat belt lower anchor bolts and replace or repair them as necessary, free of charge.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Escape, Lincoln Corsair, 2020-2024 Linco...
An incorrectly displayed rearview image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 26V123000: An incorrectly displayed rearview image can reduce the driver’s view behind... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Focus, 2019 Explorer, and 2024 Explorer ...
An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
NHTSA Recall 26V012000: An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Explorer and 2024-2026 Lincoln Aviator v...
While towing a trailer, loose trailer hitch bolts can cause a loss of vehicle handling and control, or cause the trailer to detach. Either of these conditions can increase the risk of a crash.
A safety recall has been issued concerning trailer hitches. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Explorer and 2024-2026 Lincoln Aviator vehicles. If ignored, while towing a trailer, loose trailer hitch bolts can cause a loss of vehicle handling and control, or cause the trailer to detach. To fix this, dealers will inspect and tighten the trailer hitch bolts, or replace them as necessary, free of charge.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Transit Connect, 2019-2020 MKZ, MKX, Ed...
A rearview camera that displays a blank image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle. A rearview image that continues to be displayed after the vehicle is shifted out of reverse may distract the driver. Both of these situations can increase the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 25V442000: A rearview camera that displays a blank image can reduce the driver's view... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Aviator, and Explorer vehicles.
A seat that moves unexpectedly may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing their risk of injury.
NHTSA Recall 25V393000: A seat that moves unexpectedly may not properly restrain an occupant during... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 Ford Explorer vehicles equipped with 3.3L Hyb...
A short circuit increases the risk of a fire.
NHTSA Recall 24V685000: A short circuit increases the risk of a fire. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, 2020-2024 Esc...
Without a label that shows the proper restraint usage guidelines, the occupants may have an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
A safety recall has been issued concerning equipment:other:labels. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, 2020-2024 Escape, Lincoln Corsair, 2018-2024 F-150, Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. If ignored, without a label that shows the proper restraint usage guidelines, the occupants may have an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.. To fix this, ford will mail owners the warning labels, free of charge.
Recent Complaints
No complaints reported.