2010 Ford Explorer Recalls

What To Do If Your Explorer Has Been Recalled

The following recalls have been announced by Ford, so if you own a 2010 Explorer take action immediately to get your automobile fixed. Interested in how this information is collected? Read more about recalls and the NHTSA.

1. Call Ford to get more information. Verify that the cost of repairs will be covered free of charge.
2. Setup an appointment with a local authorized mechanic to schedule your maintenance.
3. Keep up to date with recalls for your vehicle by following this page.

Recent 2010 Explorer Recalls

• EQUIPMENT Recall for 2010 Ford Explorer

  • Recall Announced SEPTEMBER 03 2010
  • NHTSA Reference #10E043000
  • Number Affected 294

  Summary: Marathon is recalling certain seat covers, brand superhides with part numbers 593, 594, 578, 960, 228, 228-09, 267-08, 333, 625, and 630, sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. These seat covers are made of heavier thread and are not compatible with seats containing side airbags. The heavier seat cover could interfere with full deployment of the airbag in the event of a crash.

  Consequence: An improperly deployed airbag could result in serious injury.

  Fix: Marathon will notify owners of record and replace the seat cover free of charge. The safety recall began on September 14, 2010. Owners may contact marathon at 1-800-735-2769.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #10E043000 »

• SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER Recall for 2010 Ford Explorer

  • Recall Announced APRIL 20 2010
  • NHTSA Reference #10V161000
  • Number Affected 33,256

  Summary: Ford is recalling certain model year 2010 fusion, Explorer, Explorer Sport Trac, and Mercury milan and Mountaineer vehicles manufactured between December 15, 2009 through February 3, 2010 equipped with front seat manual recliners. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 202, "Head Restraint." The recliner gear plate teeth may be out of dimension specification which could result in limited pawl to gear plate tooth engagement.

  Consequence: In the event of a crash, the seatback and head restraint may move rearward, increasing the risk of injury.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the manual recliners for both power and manual seats free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before April 30, 2010. Owners may contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #10V161000 »