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2023 Ford Explorer

Research the 2023 Ford Explorer before you buy. NHTSA lists 15 known recall campaigns for this year/make/model. Decode a VIN on VINDecoded to check open recalls and factory build details for a specific vehicle.

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Safety & recall campaigns

Known NHTSA campaigns for the 2023 Ford Explorer. This is not a list of open recalls on your VIN.

15Recall campaigns
Consumer complaints
  • 26V451000SEATS

    Second-Row Seat May Move Unexpectedly

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2027 Aviator and 2020-2026 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.

  • 26V159000SEAT BELTS

    Improperly Secured Seat Belt Anchors

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2026 Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles. The seat belt anchor bolts at the second-row outer seating positions may be improperly secured.

  • 26V123000BACK OVER PREVENTION

    Incorrectly Displayed Rearview Camera Image/FMVSS 111

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Escape, Lincoln Corsair, 2020-2024 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."

  • 25V685000EQUIPMENT

    Engine Block Heater May Short Circuit and Cause Fire

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Lincoln MKC, 2016-2023 Explorer, 2019-2020 Fusion, 2019-2024 Ranger, 2020-2022 Lincoln Corsair, Escape, 2021-2024 Bronco, Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 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.

  • 25V455000FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

    Low Pressure Fuel Pump May Fail

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Bronco, Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, 2021-2022 Lincoln Navigator, Mustang, F-150, and 2022 Expedition vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump may fail, which can result in an engine stall while driving.

  • 25V442000BACK OVER PREVENTION

    Rearview Camera Image May Not Display

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Transit Connect, 2019-2020 MKZ, MKX, Edge, Continental, F-150, Nautilus, Fusion, 2019-2023 Ranger, Mustang, 2020-2021 EcoSport, Expedition, Navigator, 2020-2022 Escape, F-250 SD, Corsair, 2020-2023 Aviator, Transit, 2020-2024 Explorer, 2021-2024 Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 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.

  • 25V393000SEATS

    Second-Row Seat May Move Unexpectedly

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2025 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.

  • 25V159000BACK OVER PREVENTION

    Rearview Camera Image May Not Display

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, and 2020-2022 Lincoln Corsair vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 23V-342. The video output may fail, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I decode a 2023 Ford Explorer VIN?

Enter the 17-character VIN on VINDecoded’s free VIN check. You’ll get trim, options, equipment, and a path to check open recalls for that exact vehicle — not just the model year.

Are these 2023 Ford Explorer recalls open on my car?

The campaigns on this page are NHTSA year/make/model recall campaigns. Whether a recall is still open on your car depends on the VIN and repair status. Decode your VIN (or use NHTSA’s VIN lookup) for vehicle-specific open-recall status.

Can I get a Ford Explorer window sticker by VIN?

Yes. Use VINDecoded’s window sticker lookup with your VIN to see factory trim, options, packages, and specs from the original build data.

How do I check a 2023 Ford Explorer for accidents?

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