Recall
Ford Explorer — 21V154000
NHTSA ID
21V154000
Make
Ford
Model
Explorer
Years Affected
2020
Recall Date
2021-03-10
Component
SUSPENSION:REAR
Units Affected
49
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
21S11
Summary
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Lincoln Aviator and Ford Explorer vehicles. The rear lower control arm (RLCA) bolts that attach the rear lower control arms to the wheel knuckles may not have been heat-treated, which could cause them to break.
Consequence
Broken RLCA bolts can cause a loss of steering control, and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace both RLCA bolts, free of charge. The recall began on April 2, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S11.