Ford Explorer: Structure

Affects Ford Explorer · 2022 — about 95 vehicles.

The hazard

Issue: On certain vehicles, the front frame rail(s) may not have been manufactured correctly. As a result, the vehicle may not meet the crash test requirements of Canadian Regulations. Safety Risk: A vehicle that does not meet crash test requirements could create an increased risk of injury in a crash. Corrective Action: Ford will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect the engine rails. If the engine rails do not pass a strength test, you will be given the option of having the engine rail(s) replaced, vehicle replacement, or a buyback.

What to do

Contact your dealer; the remedy details were not included in the filing.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational