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2014 Ford Explorer Recalls

2014 Ford Explorer Recalls
Updated May 30, 2026·Daniel Wilson

Recall Summary

The 2014 Ford Explorer has 9 recalls recorded by NHTSA.

Most are for minor compliance or labeling issues.

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Total Recalls

9
0 High Risks

Source: NHTSA Campaign Data

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Recall Summary

What the recall count means for the 2014 Ford Explorer

The 2014 Ford Explorer has 9 recall campaigns on record. Not automatically, but you should still verify that every recall remedy was completed. The 2014 Ford Explorer has 9 recorded recall campaigns, and open work can change the ownership risk materially.

Which systems are affected?

The main systems named in recall filings for the 2014 Ford Explorer include SUSPENSION:REAR, WHEELS:HUB, POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT, STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS.

What should buyers check before purchase?

Run a VIN recall lookup, confirm dealer remedy completion, and compare the recall themes against the maintenance and complaints reports before committing.

What is the most serious recall on the 2014 Ford Explorer?

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Ford Explorer vehicles manufactured January 17, 2014 to May 31, 2014. The affected vehicles may have improperly welded rear suspension toe links that may fracture.

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Data and Methodology

MethodologyHow we score →

Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.

FAQ

How many recalls does the 2014 Ford Explorer have?

There are 9 recall campaigns for the 2014 Ford Explorer.

Recall rows are tied to NHTSA campaign-level source references.

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Are there safety critical recalls for the 2014 Ford Explorer?

There are no documented high risk recalls for this model year. However, always confirm remedy availability with a VIN lookup.

Recall response workflow is provided next to the data table.

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Recall campaigns
9
Primary source
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Workflow
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In this guide

  1. 01Overview
  2. 02Action Plan
  3. 03Should Buyers Worry?
  4. 04NHTSA Recalls
  5. 05Data and Methodology

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Recalls for 2014 Ford Explorer Buyer's Guide

9 total campaigns

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ID: 16V245000

Suspension

Rear

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Ford Explorer vehicles manufactured January 17, 2014 to May 31, 2014. The affected vehicles may have improperly welded rear suspension toe links that may fracture.

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ID: 17E048000

Wheels

Hub

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain Wheel Hub Bearing assemblies, part number HB5Z-1104-C, incorrectly listed as being for installation on the rear axles of 2011-2017 Ford Explorer 4X2 vehicles. These bearings assemblies were manufactured without a self retention feature, possibly resulting in the separation of the wheel or wheel end.

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ID: 17E048000

Suspension

Rear

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain Wheel Hub Bearing assemblies, part number HB5Z-1104-C, incorrectly listed as being for installation on the rear axles of 2011-2017 Ford Explorer 4X2 vehicles. These bearings assemblies were manufactured without a self retention feature, possibly resulting in the separation of the wheel or wheel end.

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ID: 19V435000

Suspension

Rear

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.

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ID: 20V675000

Suspension

Rear

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2017 Explorer vehicles originally sold, or currently registered in Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, and Wisconsin that were previously repaired under a prior recall numbers 16V-245 or 19V-435. The outboard section of a rear suspension toe link may fracture.

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ID: 20V692000

Power Train

Axle AssemblyAxle Shaft

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Explorer, 2014-2015 Taurus and 2014 Edge vehicles equipped with 2.0L or 2.3L engines and front wheel drive. The support bracket for the front drive axle halfshaft may fail.

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ID: 21V537000

Suspension

Rear

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2017 Explorer vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and the District of Columbia. Exposure to road salt can cause the cross-axis ball joint to corrode and seize, resulting in a fracture of the outboard section of the rear suspension toe link.

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ID: 24V031000

Structure

BodyRoof And Pillars

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.

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ID: 24V031000

Structure

BodyRoof And Pillars

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.