2020 Ford Explorer

Canadian MSRP
$45,299 - $64,599
2020 Ford Explorer

Key Specifications for 2020 Ford Explorer

Fuel Economy 8.7 - 13.3 City/HWY combined
Horsepower 300 - 400 hp
Drivetrain Four-Wheel Drive
Engine Gasoline, Hybrid
Torque 310 - 415 ft-lb
Seats 6 - 7
 

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While I can’t imagine there are that many people who need to haul a dog, a boat, and six other people to the cottage on a path that happens to have a rocky stream crossing and a detour to the race track, Ford is happy to sell you an Explorer ST built for exactly that.
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Recall Information

Recall number
Recall date
System affected
Model year(s) affected
Recall number
2023-543
Recall date
2023-10-06
System affected
Powertrain
Model year(s) affected
2020 2021 2022
Manufacturer Recall Number:
23S55
Units Affected:
9,343
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
Issue: On certain vehicles, the recall repairs completed by a Ford dealer during recall 22S27 (Transport Canada recall number 2022-198) may not address all safety risks. As a result, a second repair is required. On certain vehicles, a mounting bolt for the rear axle housing could break. If this happens, the axle housing could move and cause clunking or banging noises and vibrations from the rear of the vehicle. It could also cause the driveshaft and axle shafts to disconnect. This could result in a loss of power to the rear wheels. Also, if the previous recall was not completed, the vehicle could move when the transmission is in Park, if the parking brake is not used. Safety Risk: A parked vehicle that moves suddenly could create the risk of an injury or a crash. A loss of power to the wheels could increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: Ford will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the subframe bushing and rear axle bolt. The dealer will also inspect the rear axle cover, and replace it as necessary.
Recall number
2023-288
Recall date
2023-05-15
System affected
Visual System
Model year(s) affected
2020 2021 2022 2023
Manufacturer Recall Number:
23S23
Units Affected:
43,582
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
Issue: On certain vehicles equipped with a 360-degree camera, a software problem could cause the rearview camera image not to appear on the SYNC display screen. Canadian regulations require the rearview image to display when the vehicle is reversing. Note: This recall replaces recall 23S02 (Transport Canada Recall No. 2023-018). Vehicles that were repaired under that recall also require this second repair. Safety Risk: A rearview camera image that doesn't display could reduce a driver's ability to see behind the vehicle while backing up. This could increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: Ford will notify owners by mail. The corrective actions for this recall are under development.
Recall number
2023-172
Recall date
2023-03-27
System affected
Powertrain
Model year(s) affected
2020 2021 2022
Manufacturer Recall Number:
23S16
Units Affected:
68
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
Issue: On certain vehicles, the software update that was installed by a Ford dealer during recall 22S27 (Transport Canada recall number 2022-198) prior to July 2022 may not be effective. As a result, a second repair is required. On certain vehicles, a mounting bolt for the rear axle housing could break. If this happens, the axle housing can move and cause clunking or banging noises and vibrations from the rear of the vehicle. It could also cause the driveshaft and axle shafts to disconnect. This would result in a loss of power to the rear wheels and the vehicle could move when the transmission is in Park, if the parking brake is not used. Note: This recall only affects certain vehicles equipped with a 3.0 L or 3.3 L engine. Safety Risk: A parked vehicle that rolls away could create the risk of an injury or a crash. A loss of power to the wheels could increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: Ford will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealership to update the engine control module (PCM) software to set the parking brake when the transmission is in the Park position.
Recall number
2023-056
Recall date
2023-02-13
System affected
Powertrain
Model year(s) affected
2020 2021 2022
Manufacturer Recall Number:
23S05
Units Affected:
33
Notification Type:
Compliance Mfr
Issue: On certain vehicles, the powertrain control module (PCM) could reset while driving and cause damage to the transmission park system. If this happens, you may not be able to shift the transmission into Park. If you try to exit the vehicle while the transmission is not in Park, and the parking brake is not applied, the vehicle could move unintentionally. Note: This recall only affects vehicles equipped with a 2.3 L engine. Safety Risk: Unexpected movement of the vehicle could increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: Ford will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect the transmission park system for damage, and repair it as necessary.
Recall number
2023-018
Recall date
2023-01-24
System affected
Visual System
Model year(s) affected
2020 2021 2022 2023
Manufacturer Recall Number:
23S02
Units Affected:
39,978
Notification Type:
Superseded
This recall was replaced by Transport Canada Recall No. 2023-288. Issue: On certain vehicles equipped with a 360-degree camera, a software problem could cause the rearview camera image to not appear on the SYNC display screen. Canadian regulations require the rearview image to display when the transmission is shifted into reverse gear. Safety Risk: A rearview camera image that does not display could reduce a driver's ability to see behind the vehicle while backing up. This could increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: Ford will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to update the image processing module (IPMB) software.
Recall number
2022-198
Recall date
2022-04-14
System affected
Powertrain
Model year(s) affected
2020 2021 2022
Manufacturer Recall Number:
22S27
Units Affected:
10,607
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
Issue: On certain vehicles, a mounting bolt for the rear axle housing could break. If this happens, the axle housing can move and cause clunking or banging noises and vibrations from the rear of the vehicle. It could also cause the driveshaft and axle shafts to disconnect. This would result in a loss of power to the rear wheels and the vehicle could move when the transmission is in Park, if the parking brake is not used. Safety Risk: A parked vehicle that rolls away could create the risk of an injury or a crash. A loss of power to the wheels could increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: Ford will notify owners by mail. For Police Interceptor Utility models, you will be instructed to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace a bushing and the rear axle housing cover. For all other models, you will be instructed to take your vehicle to a dealership to update the engine control module (PCM) software to set the parking brake when the transmission is in the Park position.
Recall number
2021-142
Recall date
2021-03-12
System affected
Suspension
Model year(s) affected
2020
Manufacturer Recall Number:
21S11
Units Affected:
10
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
Issue: On a small number of vehicles, the bolts that attach the rear lower control arms may not have been manufactured correctly. As a result, the bolts could break. If this happens, steering control could be reduced. Safety Risk: Reduced steering control could create the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: Ford will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to replace the left and right rear lower control arm bolts.
Recall number
2020-454
Recall date
2020-09-24
System affected
Lights And Instruments
Model year(s) affected
2020
Manufacturer Recall Number:
20C19
Units Affected:
76,566
Notification Type:
Compliance Mfr
Issue: On certain vehicles, an electrical problem with the rearview camera could cause it not to work properly. As a result, the rearview image may be distorted or not display at all. Safety Risk: A rearview camera image that does not display could reduce a driver's ability to see behind the vehicle while backing up. This could increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: Ford will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to replace the rearview camera.
Recall number
2019-606
Recall date
2019-12-04
System affected
Fuel Supply
Model year(s) affected
2020
Manufacturer Recall Number:
19S49
Units Affected:
35
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
Issue: On certain vehicles, the protective cover on the engine fuel line may not be long enough. As a result, the fuel line could rub against another fuel line. This could cause damage and result in a fuel leak. Safety Risk: A fuel leak in the engine compartment could result in a fire. Corrective Actions: Ford will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a Ford or Lincoln dealer to inspect the protective cover on the fuel line. If the fuel line is not fully covered, the dealer will install and secure a new, longer cover.
Recall number
2019-437
Recall date
2019-08-29
System affected
Seats And Restraints
Model year(s) affected
2018 2019 2020
Manufacturer Recall Number:
19C07
Units Affected:
58,708
Notification Type:
Compliance Mfr
Issue: On certain vehicles, seats with a manual recliner may not meet the strength requirements of Canadian regulations. A seatback with reduced strength may not properly restrain an occupant in a crash. Safety Risk: A seatback that moves in a crash could increase the risk of injury. Corrective Actions: Ford will notify owners by mail and instruct them to take their vehicle to a Ford or Lincoln dealer for an inspection of the driver and front passenger seat recliners. For 2020 model year Explorer and Aviator, dealers will inspect the rear outboard seats. The seat structures will be replaced as required.
Recall number
2019-391
Recall date
2019-08-09
System affected
Brakes
Model year(s) affected
2020
Manufacturer Recall Number:
19C06
Units Affected:
239
Notification Type:
Compliance Mfr
Issue: On certain vehicles, the cover for the manual park release (MPR) lever may not be installed. If the MPR lever is accidentally pushed, the transmission can be shifted out of PARK without a key in the ignition. Canadian regulations require a cover over this lever. Additionally, the vehicle may also be in Factory Mode, which disables warning alerts and chimes, and does not display the transmission gear position (under certain conditions). Safety Risk: A missing MPR cover could create a situation where the transmission can be shifted without a key in the ignition. If the transmission position is not displayed, a user may not know that the vehicle is not in the PARK position. If the parking brake is not applied, either of these situations could create a risk of a vehicle roll-away and increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: The company will notify owners by mail and instruct them to take their vehicle to a dealer to inspect for the MPR cover. If missing, it will be installed. The dealer will also verify that the instrument cluster is not set to Factory Mode.

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