Ford Motor Company is recalling certain 2020-2022 Explorer vehicles equipped with a 2.3L engine
— Recall Campaign #23V069000
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Explorer vehicles equipped with a 2.3L engine and 10R60 automatic transmission. An unintentional powertrain control module (PCM) reset may occur while the vehicle is in motion and result in park system damage.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 3,674 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
23V069000
| Manufacturer: | Ford Motor Company |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | February 10, 2023 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 23V069000 |
| Units affected: | 3,674 |
- Description:
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Explorer vehicles equipped with a 2.3L engine and 10R60 automatic transmission. An unintentional powertrain control module (PCM) reset may occur while the vehicle is in motion and result in park system damage.
- Consequeces:
- A park system that is damaged may not shift into "PARK," resulting in a vehicle rollaway and increasing the risk of injury or crash.
- Corrective action:
- Dealers will inspect the park system for damage and repair as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 28, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S05.
- Notes:
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.