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2017 FORD EXPLORER POLICE INTERCEPT — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data

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Safety Rating

9

Owner Complaints

2

Recalls

ACTIVE RECALL

5

Service Bulletins

0

Investigations

Overview of the 2017 FORD EXPLORER POLICE INTERCEPT

The 2017 FORD EXPLORER POLICE INTERCEPT has received a total of 9 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 2 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER. 5 technical service bulletins have been issued by Ford Motor Company for this model year. The most commonly reported problem area is the Unknown Or Other (5 complaints).

Recalls for the 2017 FORD EXPLORER POLICE INTERCEPT

NHTSA has recorded 2 recalls for the 2017 FORD EXPLORER POLICE INTERCEPT, potentially affecting up to 1,167 vehicles.

Recall 17V401000 — SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY

| 4 vehicles affected

Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 Ford Explorer Police Interceptor vehicles. The affected vehicles may be missing the two front inboard attachments for the second row seats. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 207, "Seating systems", and (FMVSS) number 210, "Seat belt assembly anchorages."

Consequence: Seats with missing inboard attachments may not adequately restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles to verify that they have the second row seat attachment studs, installing them if not, free of charge. The recall began on August 14, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer...

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Recall 16V925000 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER

| 1,163 vehicles affected

Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2016 Ford Taurus, 2016-2017 Ford Flex, Lincoln MKT, 2017 Ford Explorer and Ford Explorer Police Interceptor Utility vehicles equipped with 3.5L GTDI engines. Improperly brazed turbocharger oil supply tubes may leak oil on engine components.

Consequence: An oil leak, in the presence of an ignition source, increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and if necessary, replace the turbocharger oil supply tubes, free of charge. The recall began on January 31, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall...

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Owner Complaints for the 2017 FORD EXPLORER POLICE INTERCEPT

9 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2017 FORD EXPLORER POLICE INTERCEPT. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.

Unknown Or Other
Complaints: 5
Structurebody
Complaints: 4

Most Recent Complaints

#11195979 | STRUCTURE:BODY | | 10,391 miles
THE DRIVER'S SIDE A PILLAR COVER IS COMING OFF.
#11195981 | STRUCTURE:BODY | | 50,146 miles
THE PASSENGER SIDE A PILLAR COVER AND DRIVER'S SIDE B PILLAR COVER ARE COMING OFF.
#11195982 | STRUCTURE:BODY | | 57,005 miles
THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER A PILLAR COVERS ARE COMING OFF.
#11195908 | STRUCTURE:BODY | | 23,339 miles
THE PLASTIC IS COMING OFF ON THE "A" PILLAR ON THE PASSENGER SIDE.
#11012522 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | | 2,500 miles
LAW ENFORCEMENT VEHICLE RECEIVING HIGH CARBON MONOXIDE LEVEL READINGS (10+ PARTS PER MILLION) IN PASSENGER CABIN UPON HARD ACCELERATION (FROM COMPLETE STOP TO 100+ MPH) WITH THE AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM ON WITH THE RECIRCULATION FUNCTION ACTIVATED. 726

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Safety Rating for the 2017 FORD EXPLORER POLICE INTERCEPT

NHTSA has not yet tested the 2017 FORD EXPLORER POLICE INTERCEPT in its New Car Assessment Program.

Technical Service Bulletins for the 2017 FORD EXPLORER POLICE INTERCEPT

Ford Motor Company has issued 5 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2017 FORD EXPLORER POLICE INTERCEPT. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.

SSM 48989 — STEERING

Some 2017-2019 Explorer/Police Interceptor Utility vehicles may exhibit various noise concerns while turning. Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 211-02 Power Steering > Diagnosis and Testing has been updated with improved information to aid with accurate noise diagnosis. Replacing the steering gear may not necessarily eliminate the noise concern. Use Chassis Ears...

18B19-S1 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM

Certain 2013-2017 Model Year Police Interceptor Utility Vehicles - Exhaust Odor and Carbon Monoxide Complaints. Certain 2017 Model Year Continental Livery Vehicles - Exterior Door Handle Replacement

17B25-S3 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM

Certain 2013-2017 Model Year Police Interceptor Utility Vehicles - Exhaust Odor and Carbon Monoxide Complaints

17B25 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM

Certain 2013-2017 Model Year Police Interceptor Utility Vehicles - Exhaust Odor and Carbon Monoxide Complaints

SSM 45914 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

SOME 2017 POLICE UTILITY VEHICLES BUILT ON OR BEFORE 6/23/2016 AND EQUIPPED WITH THE DARK CAR OPTION MAY EXHIBIT THE DARK CAR FEATURE NOT ENABLING. TO ADDRESS THIS CONCERN, UPDATE THE AS-BUILT DATA IN THE BODY CONTROL MODULE (BCM). MAKE SURE YOU ARE CONNECTED TO THE INTERNET WHEN PROGRAMMING AS...

NHTSA Investigations for the 2017 FORD EXPLORER POLICE INTERCEPT

There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.

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