2024 Ford Explorer
Research the 2024 Ford Explorer before you buy. NHTSA lists 10 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 2024 Ford Explorer. This is not a list of open recalls on your VIN.
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.
Vehicle Rollaway Risk
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 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.
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.
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."
Engine Block Heater May Short Circuit and Cause Fire
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Focus, 2019 Explorer, and 2024 Explorer vehicles. The engine block heater may crack and develop a coolant leak, causing it to short circuit when the block heater is plugged in.
Trailer Hitch Assembly May Detach
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Explorer and 2024-2026 Lincoln Aviator vehicles. The trailer hitch assembly bolts may be loose.
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.
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.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I decode a 2024 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 2024 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 2024 Ford Explorer for accidents?
Use VINDecoded’s accident check with the vehicle’s VIN. Model-year pages cannot show accident history for a specific car — that requires the VIN.
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