Ford Explorer recall: 23S55 – Explorer – Rear axle bolt potential fracture
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- Vehicles may have been produced with bolts on the rear axle that do not meet the specification and could potentially fracture.
- What to do
- Contact a Ford dealer to book the free repair. Replace affected parts
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
Vehicles may have been produced with bolts on the rear axle that do not meet the specification and could potentially fracture.
The fix
Replace affected parts
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Explorer | 6 Nov 2019 | 6 Nov 2019 | – |
| Explorer | 6 Nov 2019 | 6 Nov 2019 | 1 |
| Explorer | 20 May 2020 | 20 May 2020 | 1 |
| Explorer | 20 May 2020 | 20 May 2020 | – |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 11 March 2024. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.