NHTSA 19V435000 United States
Ford Explorer recall: Suspension:rear
Official safety recall 19V435000 published by NHTSA.
High risk
Contact an authorised dealer of the maker. Recall repairs are free of charge.
Campaign19V435000
ComponentSuspension:rear
Report date2019-06-10
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
Affected vehicles
| Vehicle | Model year | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Ford Explorer | 2011 | United States |
| Ford Explorer | 2012 | United States |
| Ford Explorer | 2013 | United States |
| Ford Explorer | 2014 | United States |
| Ford Explorer | 2015 | United States |
| Ford Explorer | 2016 | United States |
| Ford Explorer | 2017 | United States |
The problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2011-2017 Explorer vehicles. The rear suspension toe links may fracture due to stress on the rear suspension.
A fractured rear toe link will cause a sudden change in vehicle handling and increase the risk of a crash.
The official remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear suspension toe links, and inspect both rear toe link ball joints, replacing the rear wheel knuckle(s), if necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 26, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S17.