Ford Explorer: Parking brake — electrical

Affects Ford Explorer · 2020–2022 — about 674 vehicles.

The hazard

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.

What to do

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.

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