Recall 19V435000: 2011–2017 Ford Explorer
- Report received
- Jun 10, 2019
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Potentially affected
- 1,194,173vehicles
- Model years
- 2011–2017
Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
What NHTSA recorded
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2011-2017 Explorer vehicles. The rear suspension toe links may fracture due to stress on the rear suspension.
Possible consequence
A fractured rear toe link will cause a sudden change in vehicle handling and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear suspension toe links, and inspect both rear toe link ball joints, replacing the rear wheel knuckle(s), if necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 26, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S17.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 2011 Ford Explorer1,197 complaints
- 2012 Ford Explorer830 complaints
- 2013 Ford Explorer2,237 complaints
- 2014 Ford Explorer1,684 complaints
- 2015 Ford Explorer1,812 complaints
- 2016 Ford Explorer2,463 complaints
- 2017 Ford Explorer1,704 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.