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NHTSA recall 22V255000

Power Train · Ford Motor Company

April 14, 2022report date
252,936units affected
Vehicle recalltype
Details

What's wrong: The rear axle horizontal mounting bolt may fracture and cause the driveshaft to disconnect.

Why it matters: A disconnected driveshaft can result in vehicle rollaway when the vehicle is placed in 'park' without the parking brake applied, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix: Depending on the vehicle model, dealers will replace the bushing and axle cover, or update the electronic parking brake software. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed June 9, 2022, and March 10, 2023. Owner notification letters were mailed June 9,…

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All model years NHTSA lists

2020 Ford Explorer Hybrid, 2021 Ford Explorer Hybrid, 2022 Ford Explorer Hybrid, 2020 Ford Explorer Intercept Hybrid, 2021 Ford Explorer Intercept Hybrid, 2020 Ford Explorer Phev, 2021 Ford Explorer Phev, 2022 Ford Explorer Phev, 2020 Ford Explorer Police Intercept, 2021 Ford Explorer Police Intercept.

Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 22V255000.

Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.