Recall Radar

2017 Ford Explorer Police Intercept recalls

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns since 2013 that include the 2017 Ford Explorer Police Intercept. The most recent was reported on June 26, 2017.

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Recalls at a glance

DateCampaignPartVehicles
June 26, 201717V-401Seats: mid/rear assembly4
December 22, 201616V-925Engine and engine cooling: engine, gasoline, turbo/supercharger1,163

Recall details

Seats: mid/rear assembly

June 26, 2017 · Ford Motor Company · Campaign 17V-401

What is wrong: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 Ford Explorer Police Interceptor vehicles. The affected vehicles may be missing the two front inboard attachments for the second row seats. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 207, "Seating systems", and (FMVSS) number 210, "Seat belt assembly anchorages."

Risk: Seats with missing inboard attachments may not adequately restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles to verify that they have the second row seat attachment studs, installing them if not, free of charge. The recall began on August 14, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17C10.

Engine and engine cooling: engine, gasoline, turbo/supercharger

December 22, 2016 · Ford Motor Company · Campaign 16V-925

What is wrong: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2016 Ford Taurus, 2016-2017 Ford Flex, Lincoln MKT, 2017 Ford Explorer and Ford Explorer Police Interceptor Utility vehicles equipped with 3.5L GTDI engines. Improperly brazed turbocharger oil supply tubes may leak oil on engine components.

Risk: An oil leak, in the presence of an ignition source, increases the risk of a fire.

The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and if necessary, replace the turbocharger oil supply tubes, free of charge. The recall began on January 31, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S46.

Other model years of the Ford Explorer Police Intercept

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2017 Ford Explorer Police Intercept have recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns since 2013 that include the 2017 Ford Explorer Police Intercept, the most recent reported on June 26, 2017. A campaign covers only certain vehicles, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours is affected.

What parts have been recalled on the 2017 Ford Explorer Police Intercept?

Seats (1), Engine and engine cooling (1).

Are recall repairs free?

In 2 of the 2 campaigns listed here, the remedy states that the repair is free of charge. Read the remedy in each recall for the details.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.