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NHTSA recall 24V-031 (24V031000)

structure recall reported January 19, 2024 - about 1,889,110 vehicles affected.

NHTSA campaign number
24V031000
Also written as
24V-031
Manufacturer number
24S02
Reported
January 19, 2024
Vehicles affected
~1,889,110
Component
structure

What is being recalled

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.

Why it is dangerous

A detached trim piece can fall off the vehicle, becoming a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix (free at any franchised dealer)

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.

Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 24V-031 when calling a dealer.

Affected 1 model

Ford Explorer - 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019

Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.

Is YOUR car included? A campaign rarely covers every single vehicle of a model year. Check your exact car by its 17-character VIN with the free VIN decoder and recall check.

Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.