2022 Ford Explorer recalls
Safety recalls listed by NHTSA
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All 24 2022 Ford Explorer recalls, newest first
Jul 14, 2026Seats, Mid/rear AssemblyFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 to 2027 Aviator and 2020 to 2026 Explorer vehicles. The switch for the easy entry second row outer seats may bind or stick, resulting in the seats unlatching, tipping, or sliding unexpectedly.
Risk: A seat that moves unexpectedly may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the bezel around the switch as necessary, free of charge. This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model and model years. Interim letters explaining the safety risk were mailed August 19, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in January 2027. Lincoln Aviator owner notification letters were mailed August 21, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1 866 436 7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S52. This recall expands Recall 25V393. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 16, 2026.
NHTSA campaign 26V451000 · Ford Motor Company
Mar 17, 2026Seat BeltsFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 to 2026 Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles. The seat belt anchor bolts at the second row outer seating positions may be improperly secured.
Risk: A loose seat belt buckle may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the second row outer seat belt lower anchor bolts and replace or repair them as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 30, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1 866 436 7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C18. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 19, 2026.
NHTSA campaign 26V159000 · Ford Motor Company
Mar 3, 2026Visibility, Windshield Wiper/washerFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 to 2022 Explorer, Escape, Lincoln Aviator, and Lincoln Corsair vehicles. The windshield wiper motor may fail and prevent the windshield wipers from operating properly.
Risk: Windshield wipers that fail to operate properly can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the front wiper motors as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed April 2, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated in October 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1 866 436 7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S14. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 4, 2026.
NHTSA campaign 26V117000 · Ford Motor Company
Mar 3, 2026Back Over Prevention, SoftwareFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 to 2022 Escape, Lincoln Corsair, 2020 to 2024 Lincoln Aviator, and Explorer vehicles. The image on the center display may flip or invert, resulting in an incorrectly displayed rearview image when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk: An incorrectly displayed rearview image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 23, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1 866 436 7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C11. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 5, 2026.
NHTSA campaign 26V123000 · Ford Motor Company
Oct 10, 2025Equipment, ElectricalFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016 to 2019 Lincoln MKC, 2016 to 2023 Explorer, 2019 to 2020 Fusion, 2019 to 2024 Ranger, 2020 to 2022 Lincoln Corsair, Escape, 2021 to 2024 Bronco, Bronco Sport, and 2022 to 2024 Maverick vehicles. The engine block heater may crack and develop a coolant leak, causing it to short circuit when the block heater is plugged in.
Risk: An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix: Owners are advised not to plug in their block heater until the vehicle is remedied. Dealers will replace the block heater, free of charge. Owners will also have a alternative option to replace engine block heater element with a threaded blanking plug, and remove the block heater electrical cord. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed December 3, 2025. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated September 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1 866 436 7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SA4. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on October 15, 2025.
NHTSA campaign 25V685000 · Ford Motor Company
Jul 7, 2025Fuel System, Gasoline, DeliveryFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 to 2023 Bronco, Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, F250 SD, F350 SD, F450 SD, F550 SD, 2021 to 2022 Lincoln Navigator, Mustang, F150, and 2022 Expedition vehicles. The low pressure fuel pump may fail, which can result in an engine stall while driving.
Risk: An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the low pressure fuel pump on super duty vehicles and update the powertrain control module (PCM) software on all other affected vehicles, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 27, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1 866 436 7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S75.
NHTSA campaign 25V455000 · Ford Motor Company
Jun 27, 2025Back Over Prevention, SoftwareFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 to 2022 Transit Connect, 2019 to 2020 MKZ, MKX, Edge, Continental, F150, Nautilus, Fusion, 2019 to 2023 Ranger, Mustang, 2020 to 2021 EcoSport, Expedition, Navigator, 2020 to 2022 Escape, F250 SD, Corsair, 2020 to 2023 Aviator, Transit, 2020 to 2024 Explorer, 2021 to 2024 Bronco Sport, and 2022 to 2024 Maverick vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera to display a blank image, or the image may remain on the display after the backing event has ended.
Risk: 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.
Fix: Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 4, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1 866 436 7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S72.
NHTSA campaign 25V442000 · Ford Motor Company
Jun 13, 2025Seats, Mid/rear AssemblyFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 to 2025 Aviator, and Explorer vehicles. The switch for the easy entry second row outer seats may bind or stick, resulting in the seats unlatching, folding, or sliding unexpectedly while driving.
Risk: A seat that moves unexpectedly may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing their risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the second row seat switch, and replace the bezel around the switch as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 7, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1 866 436 7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S67.
NHTSA campaign 25V393000 · Ford Motor Company
Mar 14, 2025Back Over Prevention, SoftwareFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 to 2023 Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, and 2020 to 2022 Lincoln Corsair vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 23V342. The video output may fail, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying.
Risk: Loss of the rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the Image Processing Module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 25, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1 866 436 7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S27.
NHTSA campaign 25V159000 · Ford Motor Company
Mar 14, 2025Power Train, DrivelineFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 to 2022 Explorer vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall numbers 23V199 or 22V255. The rear axle horizontal mounting bolt may fracture and cause the driveshaft to disconnect.
Risk: A disconnected driveshaft can result in vehicle rollaway when the vehicle is placed in park without the parking brake applied. A disconnected driveshaft can also result in a loss of drive power. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the powertrain control module (PCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 25, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1 866 436 7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S22.
NHTSA campaign 25V166000 · Ford Motor Company
Nov 8, 2024Equipment, OtherFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 to 2025 Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, 2020 to 2024 Escape, Lincoln Corsair, 2018 to 2024 F150, Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The air bag warning label may be missing from the dashboard. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirement Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Risk: 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.
Fix: Ford will mail owners the warning labels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 19, 2024. Owners may call Ford customer service at 1 866 436 7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24C39.
NHTSA campaign 24V852000 · Ford Motor Company
Aug 23, 2024Engine And Engine Cooling, EngineFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 to 2022 Bronco, F150, Edge, Explorer, Lincoln Nautilus, and Lincoln Aviator vehicles equipped with either a 2.7L or 3.0L Nano EcoBoost engine. The engine intake valves may break while driving, which can result in engine failure and a loss of drive power.
Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will perform an engine cycle test and replace the engine as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 3, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1 866 436 7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S55.
NHTSA campaign 24V635000 · Ford Motor Company
Aug 10, 2024EngineFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 to 2022 Explorer vehicles equipped with the Police Interceptor Utility Package. In the event of an engine failure, engine oil and fuel vapor may be released into the engine compartment and accumulate near ignition sources such as hot engine or exhaust components, possibly resulting in an engine compartment fire.
Risk: An engine compartment fire increases the risk of injury.
Fix: Owners are advised to park and shut off the engine as promptly as possible upon hearing unexpected engine noises, or after experiencing an unexpected engine power reduction, or seeing smoke from the engine compartment. Dealers will update the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) software. In addition, dealers will inspect for connecting rod bearing failure and if necessary, replace the engine long block. All inspections and repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 15, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1 866 436 7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S52.
NHTSA campaign 24V598000 · Ford Motor Company
Oct 6, 2023Power Train, DrivelineFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 to 2022 Explorer vehicles. The rear axle horizontal mounting bolt may fracture and cause the driveshaft to disconnect.
Risk: A disconnected driveshaft can result in a loss of drive power or a vehicle rollaway if the parking brake is not applied. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the subframe bushing and rear axle bolt. They will also inspect the rear axle cover for damage near the bolt hole location and replace with a new cover if any damage is found. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 19, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1 866 436 7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S55.
NHTSA campaign 23V675000 · Ford Motor Company
Sep 8, 2023Electrical System, Propulsion SystemFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 to 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.
Risk: 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.
Fix: 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 were mailed on April 8, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1 866 436 7332. Ford Motor Company's number for this recall is 23S53.
NHTSA campaign 23V626000 · Ford Motor Company
May 12, 2023Back Over Prevention, Sensing SystemFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 to 2023 Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, and 2020 to 2022 Lincoln Corsair vehicles equipped with a 360 degree camera. The video output may fail, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying.
Risk: Loss of the rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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 23V022. Vehicles previously repaired under 23V022 will need to have the new remedy performed.
NHTSA campaign 23V342000 · Ford Motor Company
Apr 28, 2023Back Over Prevention, Display FunctionFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 to 2022 Explorer Police Interceptor Utility vehicles equipped with a 12.1 inch Integrated Computer Screen (ICS). When the Display On/Off Button is used to turn the display to "Off" prior to placing the vehicle in reverse, the backup camera rearview image will not appear on the display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk: A rearview camera that does not display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Fix: Dealers will update the ICS software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 27, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1 866 436 7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23C14.
NHTSA campaign 23V305000 · Ford Motor Company
Mar 24, 2023Power Train, Automatic TransmissionFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 to 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 22V255 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.
Risk: 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.
Fix: 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.
NHTSA campaign 23V199000 · Ford Motor Company
Feb 10, 2023Power Train, Automatic TransmissionFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 to 2023 F150, Mustang, Explorer, Bronco, and 2023 Lincoln Aviator vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions. The transmission may contain a loose bolt which could prevent the transmission from engaging the park gear, although the gear shifter position may indicate that the vehicle has been shifted to "PARK."
Risk: The inability to secure the vehicle in the park position can result in a rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the transmissions, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 25, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1 866 436 7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S06.
NHTSA campaign 23V070000 · Ford Motor Company
Feb 10, 2023Power Train, Automatic TransmissionFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 to 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.
Risk: A park system that is damaged may not shift into "PARK," resulting in a vehicle rollaway and increasing the risk of injury or crash.
Fix: 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.
NHTSA campaign 23V069000 · Ford Motor Company
Jan 23, 2023Back Over Prevention, Sensing SystemFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 to 2023 Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, and 2020 to 2022 Lincoln Corsair vehicles equipped with a 360 degree camera. The video output may fail, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying.
Risk: Loss of the rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the image processing module (IPMB) software, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed April 25, 2023. Owner notification letters were mailed February 13, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1 866 436 7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S02. This recall expands and replaces NHTSA recall number 21V735. Vehicles previously repaired under 21V735 will need to have the new remedy performed.
NHTSA campaign 23V022000 · Ford Motor Company
Sep 14, 2022Fuel System, Gasoline, DeliveryFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 Explorer and Ranger vehicles equipped with 2.3L engines. The fuel line may be loose due to improper tightening of the fuel line connection.
Risk: An improperly tightened fuel line connection may result in a fuel leak, increasing the risk of fire.
Fix: Ford will inspect and replace the fuel line assembly, if needed, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 29, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1 866 436 7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S60.
NHTSA campaign 22V685000 · Ford Motor Company
Jun 24, 2022Structure, Frame And MembersFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 Lincoln Aviator and Ford Explorer vehicles. The engine rails may have been improperly heat treated. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 208, "Occupant Crash Protection" and 301, "Fuel System Integrity."
Risk: Improperly heat treated engine rails may reduce the vehicle's structural protection in a crash, increasing the risk of injury. In addition, an engine rail may detach and contact the road while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will perform an engine rail strength test and replace the rails as necessary, free of charge. If the engine rails require replacement, owners will have the option for a vehicle replacement or buyback. Owner notification letters were mailed August 22, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1 866 436 7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22C13.
NHTSA campaign 22V454000 · Ford Motor Company
Feb 16, 2022Fuel System, Gasoline, StorageFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles. The fuel filler tube may detach during a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 301, "Fuel System Integrity."
Risk: A detached fuel filler tube can result in a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
Fix: Dealers will install a fuel vapor line redundant locking clip, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 4, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1 866 436 7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22C02.
NHTSA campaign 22V088000 · Ford Motor Company
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FAQ
Does the 2022 Ford Explorer have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 24 safety recalls for the 2022 Ford Explorer. Not every car of this model year is affected, so check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.
How do I check if my 2022 Ford Explorer has an open recall?
Enter your 17 character VIN in the NHTSA lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call any franchised dealer of the brand. The VIN check tells you which recalls are still open on your exact car.
Are recall repairs free?
Yes. Under federal law the manufacturer must fix a safety recall for free at an authorized dealer, no matter who owns the car or how old it is. Some recalls on very old vehicles may be limited, so ask the dealer.
How long does a recall repair take?
Most recall fixes take under two hours once the dealer has the parts. When parts are short the dealer may need weeks, and for do not drive recalls they often offer a loaner or towing.