FORD 2011 FORD EXPLORER Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2011 FORD EXPLORER
Brand
FORD
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2011
Ford Motor Company is recalling certain 2011 FORD EXPLORER vehicles due to suspension:rear issues. A fractured rear toe link will cause a sudden change in vehicle handling and increase the risk of a crash..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
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.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
A fractured rear toe link will cause a sudden change in vehicle handling and increase the risk of a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear suspension toe links, and inspect both rear toe link ball joints, replacing the rear wheel knuckle(s), if necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 26, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S17.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026