Ford Explorer (Ford) – Hybrid Battery Cable Chafing Risk (2024)
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According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2024 FORD EXPLORER
Brand
FORD
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2024
Ford Motor Company is recalling certain 2024 FORD EXPLORER vehicles due to hybrid propulsion system issues. A short circuit increases the risk of a fire..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 Ford Explorer vehicles equipped with 3.3L Hybrid engines. The 12-Volt battery cable may chafe against the Belt-integrated Starter Generat (BiSG) and short circuit.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
A short circuit increases the risk of a fire.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Dealers will install a tie strap between the battery cable and high voltage cable, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 8, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S61.
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