2020 FORD EXPLORER INTERCEPT HYBRID — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
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Owner Complaints
1
Recall
1
Service Bulletin
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Investigations
Overview of the 2020 FORD EXPLORER INTERCEPT HYBRID
The 2020 FORD EXPLORER INTERCEPT HYBRID has received a total of 0 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 4 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY, POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT. 1 technical service bulletin have been issued by Ford Motor Company for this model year.
Recalls for the 2020 FORD EXPLORER INTERCEPT HYBRID
NHTSA has recorded 4 recalls for the 2020 FORD EXPLORER INTERCEPT HYBRID, potentially affecting up to 1,011,744 vehicles.
Recall 22V255000 — POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
| 252,936 vehicles affected
Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Explorer Police FHEV, Explorer Police 3.3L, and 2020-2022 Explorer 2.3L RWD, 3.0L PHEV, 3.3L FHEV, and 3.0L ST GAS vehicles. The rear axle horizontal mounting bolt may fracture and cause the driveshaft to disconnect.
Consequence: A disconnected driveshaft can result in vehicle rollaway when the vehicle is placed in 'Park' without the parking brake applied, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Depending on the vehicle model, dealers will replace the bushing and axle cover, or update the electronic parking brake software. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed June 9, 2022, and March 10, 2023....
View full details →Recall 22V255000 — POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
| 252,936 vehicles affected
Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Explorer Police FHEV, Explorer Police 3.3L, and 2020-2022 Explorer 2.3L RWD, 3.0L PHEV, 3.3L FHEV, and 3.0L ST GAS vehicles. The rear axle horizontal mounting bolt may fracture and cause the driveshaft to disconnect.
Consequence: A disconnected driveshaft can result in vehicle rollaway when the vehicle is placed in 'Park' without the parking brake applied, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Depending on the vehicle model, dealers will replace the bushing and axle cover, or update the electronic parking brake software. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed June 9, 2022, and March 10, 2023....
View full details →Recall 22V255000 — POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
| 252,936 vehicles affected
Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Explorer Police FHEV, Explorer Police 3.3L, and 2020-2022 Explorer 2.3L RWD, 3.0L PHEV, 3.3L FHEV, and 3.0L ST GAS vehicles. The rear axle horizontal mounting bolt may fracture and cause the driveshaft to disconnect.
Consequence: A disconnected driveshaft can result in vehicle rollaway when the vehicle is placed in 'Park' without the parking brake applied, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Depending on the vehicle model, dealers will replace the bushing and axle cover, or update the electronic parking brake software. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed June 9, 2022, and March 10, 2023....
View full details →Recall 22V255000 — POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
| 252,936 vehicles affected
Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Explorer Police FHEV, Explorer Police 3.3L, and 2020-2022 Explorer 2.3L RWD, 3.0L PHEV, 3.3L FHEV, and 3.0L ST GAS vehicles. The rear axle horizontal mounting bolt may fracture and cause the driveshaft to disconnect.
Consequence: A disconnected driveshaft can result in vehicle rollaway when the vehicle is placed in 'Park' without the parking brake applied, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Depending on the vehicle model, dealers will replace the bushing and axle cover, or update the electronic parking brake software. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed June 9, 2022, and March 10, 2023....
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2020 FORD EXPLORER INTERCEPT HYBRID
No complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2020 FORD EXPLORER INTERCEPT HYBRID.
Safety Rating for the 2020 FORD EXPLORER INTERCEPT HYBRID
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2020 FORD EXPLORER INTERCEPT HYBRID in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2020 FORD EXPLORER INTERCEPT HYBRID
Ford Motor Company has issued 1 technical service bulletin (TSBs) for the 2020 FORD EXPLORER INTERCEPT HYBRID. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
TSB 22-2290 — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
2020-2021 Police Interceptor Utility vehicles equipped with a 3.3L Duratec, 3.3L Duratec Hybrid, or 3.0L EcoBoost engine have a module programming update that allows the operator to command a virus reducing heating procedure that, when combined with Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines, helps reduce virus counts inside...
NHTSA Investigations for the 2020 FORD EXPLORER INTERCEPT HYBRID
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the FORD EXPLORER INTERCEPT HYBRID
- 2020 FORD EXPLORER INTERCEPT HYBRID (current)
- 2021 FORD EXPLORER INTERCEPT HYBRID — 0 complaints
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