2012 Ford Explorer recalls

5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA. Updated Nov 5, 2026.

This list covers the model year as a whole. Not every vehicle is affected by every recall; only the official NHTSA VIN lookup or a dealer can confirm yours.

All recalls

24V031000 · Ford Motor CompanyStructure recallThe A-pillar trim retention clips may not be properly engaged, allowing the trim to detach.Body & latchesFree replacement1.9MunitsJan 202421V746000 · Ford Motor CompanySuspension recallThese vehicles may be equipped with a cross-axis ball joint (CABJ) replacement part that could seize, and result in a fracture of…Steering & suspensionFree replacement151KunitsSep 202119V435000 · Ford Motor CompanySuspension recallThe rear suspension toe links may fracture due to stress on the rear suspension.Steering & suspensionFree replacement1.2MunitsJun 201915V171000 · Ford Motor CompanyStructure recallIn the affected vehicles, the interior door handle return spring may unseat, resulting in interior door handle that does not…Body & latchesFree replacement194KunitsMar 201514V286000 · Ford Motor CompanySteering recallThe affected vehicles may experience an intermittent connection in the electric power steering gear, which can cause a loss of…Steering & suspensionFree software update179KunitsMay 2014