1992 Ford Explorer Recalls
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 1992 Ford Explorer. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.
- Structure › Body › Roof and pillarsCovers: Ford Explorer 1991–1993
Reported issue: Vehicle description: multi-purpose passenger vehicles equipped with factory installed sunroof. The sunroof glass panel assembly can separate while the vehicle is moving due to incorrect hinge engagement. This was caused by improper sunroof installation of the glass panel.
Possible consequence: Unexpected separation of the sunroof glass panel could possibly distract the driver increasing the risk of a vehicle crash or loss of vehicle control.
Remedy: Owners will be provided with an instruction booklet which thoroughly outlines, with illustrations, the proper procedures for the removal, storage, and reinstallation of the sunroof's glass panel. A warning label for attachment to the sunroof's latch knob will also be provided to the owners.
- Visibility › Rearview mirrors/devicesCovers: Ford Explorer 1992–1994
Reported issue: A short circuit condition can occur in the remote power mirror control switch circuit board as a result of a separated part of the contact assembly bridging the switch positive battery pad and adjacent chassis ground pad.
Possible consequence: The current can overheat the printed circuit board and other plastic and elastomeric components of the switch assembly resulting in smoke or fire.
Remedy: Dealers will install an in-line 10 amp fuse in the positive battery feed to the remote power mirror control switch assembly.
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Power assist › HydraulicCovers: Ford Explorer 1991–1994, Ranger 1991–1994
Reported issue: The studs which attach the brake master cylinder to the power brake vacuum booster assembly can develop stress corrosion cracking after being operated for an extended period of time in the southern california location.
Possible consequence: If a crack occurs, it could result in one or both studs fracturing. The master cylinder could then separate from the vacuum booster, when the brakes are applied, preventing the service brakes from activating increasing the risk of a vehicle accident.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the power brake vacuum booster assembly.
- Structure › Body › Hatchback/liftgate › Support device/strutCovers: Ford Explorer 1992–1993
Reported issue: The hydraulic lift cylinders are attached to brackets that are welded to the liftgate. The bracket welds can fracture.
Possible consequence: With a broken bracket weld, there is a potential for the liftgate bracket to gradually bend inward allowing the lift cylinderball stud to disengage.
Remedy: Dealers will install reinforcement brackets.
NHTSA investigations
- EA00012Spare tire winch cableClosed · Apr 14, 2000
- PE99072Spare tire winch cableClosed · Nov 30, 1999
- RQ99016Liftgate support bracket failureOpen · Jul 29, 1999
- EA99004Blower assembly firesClosed · Jan 15, 1999
- DP98008Heater blower assembly fireClosed · Sep 4, 1998
- PE98048Blower assembly firesClosed · Sep 4, 1998
- DP98001Heavy lateral vibrationClosed · Jan 6, 1998
- EA97011Sunroof shattering and separationClosed · May 23, 1997
- PE96074Sunroof (air roof) shatterClosed · Dec 17, 1996
- EA95018Separation of master cylinderClosed · Jun 19, 1995
- PE95001Brake master cylinder/booster separationClosed · Jan 3, 1995
- PE94044Engine cooling fan cracksClosed · Jun 10, 1994
- EA93004Auto trans prndl misalignClosed · Jan 29, 1993
- PE92078Auto trans.prndl misalignClosed · Sep 9, 1992
← All problems reported for the 1992 Ford Explorer
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.