Ford Motor Company is recalling approximately 238,364 of its 2020-2022 Explorer vehicles. A mounting bolt in the rear axle can break, which may lead to the driveshaft disconnecting from the rest of the powertrain. If this happens, the vehicle could lose all drive power while moving or unexpectedly roll away while parked if the parking brake is not engaged. Ford dealers will provide a free repair that includes replacing the subframe bushing and the rear axle bolt, along with inspecting and potentially replacing the rear axle cover.
A fractured rear axle bolt causes the driveshaft to disconnect, resulting in a sudden loss of power or a vehicle rollaway. Both of these conditions significantly increase the risk of a crash or injury to bystanders if the vehicle moves unexpectedly while parked.
You have 2 options:
Replace subframe bushing and rear axle bolt
Rear axle cover replacement if damaged
If you or a family member were harmed by this recalled product, you may have legal rights. Consider consulting a consumer protection attorney to understand your options for compensation.
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Sources: NHTSA Notice · Raw API Response