Recall 24V031000: 2011–2019 Ford Explorer
- Report received
- Jan 19, 2024
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Potentially affected
- 1,889,110vehicles
- Model years
- 2011–2019
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 2011-2019 Explorer vehicles. The A-pillar trim retention clips may not be properly engaged, allowing the trim to detach.
Possible consequence
A detached trim piece can fall off the vehicle, becoming a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the A-pillar trim as necessary, free of charge. This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model years. Owner notification letters were mailed between July 18, 2024 and December 16, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S02.
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
- 2018 Ford Explorer734 complaints
- 2019 Ford Explorer300 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.