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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 22V255000

POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY

Published April 15, 2022 · Recall initiated: April 14, 2022

What's the hazard

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Explorer Police FHEV, Explorer Police 3.3L, and 2020-2022 Explorer 2.3L RWD, 3.0L PHEV, 3.3L FHEV, and 3.0L ST GAS vehicles. The rear axle horizontal mounting bolt may fracture and cause the driveshaft to disconnect.

What to do

Depending on the vehicle model, dealers will replace the bushing and axle cover, or update the electronic parking brake software. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed June 9, 2022, and March 10, 2023. Owner notification letters were mailed June 9, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S27.

Recall details

Brand
FORD
Model
EXPLORER HYBRID
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Lot
2022 FORD EXPLORER HYBRID | 2020 FORD EXPLORER INTERCEPT HYBRID | 2020 FORD EXPLORER PHEV | 2022 FORD EXPLORER PHEV | 2020 FORD EXPLORER HYBRID | 2021 FORD EXPLORER PHEV | 2020 FORD EXPLORER POLICE INTERCEPT | 2021 FORD EXPLORER POLICE INTERCEPT | 2021 FORD EXPLORER INTERCEPT HYBRID | 2021 FORD EXPLORER HYBRID
Risk classification
V
Country
US
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