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2020 FORD EXPLORER Recalled by Ford Motor Company — SUSPENSION:REAR

Date: October 3, 2021
Company: Ford Motor Company
Status: Ongoing
Source: NHTSA

What You Should Do

Stop using this product immediately. Do not consume, use, or distribute it.

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace both RLCA bolts, free of charge. The recall began on April 2, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S11.

Affected Products

2020 FORD EXPLORER. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Lincoln Aviator and Ford Explorer vehicles. The rear lower control arm (RLCA) bolts that attach the rear lower control arms to the wheel knuckles may not have been heat-treated, which could cause them to break.

Why Was This Recalled?

Broken RLCA bolts can cause a loss of steering control, and increase the risk of a crash.

Where Was This Sold?

Nationwide

About Ford Motor Company

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Data sourced from the NHTSA. Last updated March 27, 2026. View original report