Ford Explorer Hybrid Recalls

The Ford Explorer Hybrid has been recalled 3 times across the 2021, 2025 model years. The most recent recall, from June 30, 2026, covers the external/pedestrian alert. Recall repairs are free at any authorized Ford dealer.

3recalls
0do not drive / park outside
2model years affected

What gets recalled

  • Driver assistance
    267%
  • Transmission & drivetrain
    133%

2025 Ford Explorer Hybrid recalls (2)

Back over prevention › Warnings › External/pedestrian alert

NHTSA recall 26V-415 · Jun 30, 2026 · 66,383 vehicles

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2027 Lincoln Nautilus Hybrid and 2025-2027 Explorer Hybrid vehicles. A software error may prevent the vehicle from making the pedestrian warning sound at certain speeds.

Remedy: Note: This is an expansion of Recall 25V691. Any vehicles previously repaired under 25V691 must have the new remedy completed.

Forward collision avoidance › Warnings › External/pedestrian alert

NHTSA recall 25V-691 · Oct 10, 2025 · 43,438 vehicles

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Lincoln Nautilus Hybrid and 2025 Explorer hybrid police vehicles. A software error may prevent the vehicle from emitting the pedestrian warning sound at certain speeds.

Remedy: The audio control module and digital signal processing module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 5, 2025.

2021 Ford Explorer Hybrid recalls (1)

Power train › Axle assembly

NHTSA recall 22V-255 · Apr 14, 2022 · 252,936 vehicles

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Explorer Police FHEV, Explorer Police 3.3L, and 2020-2022 Explorer 2.3L RWD, 3.0L PHEV, 3.3L FHEV, and 3.0L ST GAS vehicles. The rear axle horizontal mounting bolt may fracture and cause the driveshaft to disconnect.

Remedy: Depending on the vehicle model, dealers will replace the bushing and axle cover, or update the electronic parking brake software. Repairs will be performed free of charge.

Frequently asked questions

How many recalls does the Ford Explorer Hybrid have?

NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the Ford Explorer Hybrid across 2 model years.

How do I know if my Ford Explorer Hybrid has an open recall?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN decoder & recall check or on nhtsa.gov/recalls. Dealers fix recalls for free, even if you are not the original owner.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.