NHTSA Complaint #11578835 — 2023 FORD EXPLORER ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Complaint Details

ODI Number	11578835
Vehicle	2023 FORD EXPLORER
Component	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Date of Incident	March 3, 2024
Date Filed	March 22, 2024
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	OH

Consumer Description

Vehicle wouldn't start using push button start, several modules/components reported errors: traction control, parking break, steering, shifting. The vehicle drove fine less than 24 hours prior to 3/3/2024. Following a week at the dealership, Ford Motor Company and the Ford dealership determined the main wiring harness was the culprit. If the wiring harness fails while the vehicle is in motion/operation, that could result in a serious safety issue.

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