NHTSA Complaint #11675704 — 2023 FORD EXPLORER ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Complaint Details

ODI Number	11675704
Vehicle	2023 FORD EXPLORER
Component	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Date of Incident	July 23, 2025
Date Filed	July 23, 2025
Mileage	44,500 miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	SC

Consumer Description

The contact owns a 2023 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel became inoperable. There were several unknown warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the vehicle was diagnosed and determined that the wiring harness located on the passenger’s side of the vehicle needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 44,500.

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