NHTSA recall history

2023 Ford Explorer Recalls

Review 15 NHTSA recall campaigns reported for this model-year combination, including components, consequences, remedies and official campaign numbers.

15recall campaigns
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWAREmost common component
Jul 14, 2026latest campaign date
Aug 19, 2026last NHTSA check
Common recalled components
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE 3SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY 2BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA 2SEAT BELTS 1EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ENGINE BLOCK HEATER 1FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP 1
Campaign timeline
20263 campaigns
20255 campaigns
20242 campaigns
20235 campaigns
Official campaigns

2023 Ford Explorer recall campaigns

Open a campaign for the reported problem, consequence, remedy and official NHTSA campaign number.

VehicleJul 14, 2026

Ford mid/rear recall — NHTSA campaign 26V451000

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…

mid/rearFord Motor Company
VehicleMar 17, 2026

Ford seat belts recall — NHTSA campaign 26V159000

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…

seat beltsFord Motor Company
VehicleOct 10, 2025

Ford engine block heater recall — NHTSA campaign 25V685000

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…

engine block heaterFord Motor Company
VehicleJul 7, 2025

Ford fuel pump recall — NHTSA campaign 25V455000

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…

fuel pumpFord Motor Company
VehicleJun 13, 2025

Ford mid/rear recall — NHTSA campaign 25V393000

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…

mid/rearFord Motor Company
VehicleNov 8, 2024

Ford labels recall — NHTSA campaign 24V852000

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, 2020-2024 Escape, Lincoln Corsair, 2018-2024 F-150, Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The air…

labelsFord Motor Company
VehicleMay 12, 2023

Ford camera recall — NHTSA campaign 23V342000

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, and 2020-2022 Lincoln Corsair vehicles equipped with a 360-degree camera. The video output may fail,…

cameraFord Motor Company
VehicleJan 23, 2023

Ford camera recall — NHTSA campaign 23V022000

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, and 2020-2022 Lincoln Corsair vehicles equipped with a 360-degree camera. The video output may fail,…

cameraFord Motor Company
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About 2023 Ford Explorer recall results

This page groups NHTSA campaigns returned for the 2023 Ford Explorer so you can compare the reported problem, possible consequence, remedy and campaign number in one place.

A model-level result cannot establish whether a specific VIN is affected or whether a repair has already been completed. Use the official NHTSA VIN lookup or contact the manufacturer for vehicle-specific confirmation.

Vehicle recall FAQ

2023 Ford Explorer recall questions

Answers are based on the NHTSA campaign history currently available on this page.

How many recalls are listed for the 2023 Ford Explorer?

This page currently lists 15 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns returned for the 2023 Ford Explorer.

What is the latest 2023 Ford Explorer recall campaign on this page?

The latest campaign currently shown is Ford mid/rear recall — NHTSA campaign 26V451000, reported Jul 14, 2026.

Which component appears most often in 2023 Ford Explorer recalls?

BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE is the most frequent component in the campaigns currently listed here, appearing in 3 campaigns.

Does a 2023 Ford Explorer recall page confirm my VIN is affected?

No. Model-year recall history cannot confirm whether a specific VIN has an open recall. Use the official NHTSA recall lookup with your VIN or license plate.

Are other Ford Explorer model years available?

Yes. Recall pages are currently available for 2026, 2025, 2024, 2022, 2021, 2020 and additional years.