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2009 FORD Explorer
1 Recalls for 2009 FORD Explorer
| Recall Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|
| 2010-09-03 | EQUIPMENT | MARATHON IS RECALLING CERTAIN SEAT COVERS, BRAND SUPERHIDES WITH PART NUMBERS 593, 594, 578, 960, 228, 228-09, 267-08, 333, 625, AND 630, SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE SEAT COVERS ARE MADE OF HEAVIER THREAD AND ARE NOT COMPATIBLE WITH SEATS CONTAINING SIDE AIRBAGS. THE HEAVIER SEAT COVER COULD INTERFERE WITH FULL DEPLOYMENT OF THE AIRBAG IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH. Remedy: MARATHON WILL NOTIFY OWNERS OF RECORD AND REPLACE THE SEAT COVER FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 14, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MARATHON AT 1-800-735-2769. |
0 Complaints sent to the Center for Auto Safety for 2009 FORD Explorer
| Date | Component |
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33 Complaints submitted to NHTSA for 2009 FORD Explorer
| Date | Component | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021-04-19 |
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
ODI Number: 11412923 | |||
| 2016-11-01 |
VISIBILITY/WIPER
ODI Number: 10920509 | |||
| 2016-09-29 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | STRUCTURE:BODY | SUSPENSION
ODI Number: 10910631 | |||
| 2017-02-16 |
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
ODI Number: 10954992 | |||
| 2021-01-24 |
AIR BAGS | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | SEAT BELTS
ODI Number: 11389683 | |||
| 2017-01-03 |
ENGINE | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
ODI Number: 10939256 | |||
| 2016-11-28 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL | SERVICE BRAKES
ODI Number: 10928391 | |||
| 2020-05-14 |
ENGINE | POWER TRAIN | SERVICE BRAKES
ODI Number: 11324598 | |||
| 2018-09-17 |
UNKNOWN OR OTHER | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
ODI Number: 11129927 | |||
| 2018-05-03 |
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL
ODI Number: 11091588 | |||
| 2018-02-11 |
WHEELS
ODI Number: 11072568 | |||
| 2018-10-26 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11142866 | |||
| 2018-07-18 |
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
ODI Number: 11112179 | |||
| 2018-04-11 |
WHEELS
ODI Number: 11061728 | |||
| 2017-11-21 |
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
ODI Number: 11047822 | |||
| 2016-07-08 |
STRUCTURE:BODY
ODI Number: 10883529 | |||
| 2015-03-30 |
AIR BAGS | SEAT BELTS
ODI Number: 10702544 | |||
| 2014-11-19 |
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
ODI Number: 10659418 | |||
| 2014-09-11 |
STEERING
ODI Number: 10632457 | |||
| 2013-12-02 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 10554409 | |||
| 2013-02-05 |
SEATS
ODI Number: 10496479 | |||
| 2012-06-02 |
POWER TRAIN
ODI Number: 10460371 | |||
| 2012-03-15 |
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
ODI Number: 10451790 | |||
| 2012-03-15 |
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
ODI Number: 10451787 | |||
| 2012-02-03 |
UNKNOWN OR OTHER | VISIBILITY
ODI Number: 10446561 | |||
| 2011-08-02 |
SEATS | SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT
ODI Number: 10416733 | |||
| 2011-08-02 |
EQUIPMENT | TIRES | WHEELS
ODI Number: 10416649 | |||
| 2011-07-17 |
CHILD SEAT
ODI Number: 10413224 | |||
| 2010-09-27 |
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
ODI Number: 10357876 | |||
| 2009-10-05 |
VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
ODI Number: 10286307 | |||
| 2009-08-17 |
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
ODI Number: 10280621 | |||
| 2009-07-19 |
INTERIOR LIGHTING | TIRES
ODI Number: 10277353 | |||
| 2009-04-03 |
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT
ODI Number: 10264041 |
0 Investigations for 2009 FORD Explorer
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39 Service Alerts for 2009 FORD Explorer
| Date | Description |
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| 2019-02-07 | 160000 STRUCTURE
Some 2000 and newer Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles equipped with aluminum body panels may exhibit corrosion concerns appearing as bubbled and/or peeling paint with or without accompanying white dust. Panel replacement is recommended. Fo Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2018-10-02 | 010000 STEERING
This SKU is a front upper ball joint. The Customer communication requested return of unsold inventory to inspect for ball studs with excessive rotational friction in the ball joint assembly. Excessive friction in the ball joint assembly ma Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2019-02-07 | 160000 STRUCTURE
Some 2000 and newer Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles equipped with aluminum body panels may exhibit corrosion concerns appearing as bubbled and/or peeling paint with or without accompanying white dust. Panel replacement is recommended. Fo Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2019-02-07 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
Some 2000 and newer Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles equipped with aluminum body panels may exhibit corrosion concerns appearing as bubbled and/or peeling paint with or without accompanying white dust. Panel replacement is recommended. Fo Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2018-06-01 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
Various vehicles equipped with a 4.6L, 5.4L, 6.8L modular 3 valve engine built on or before 8-Jan-2016 may exhibit symptoms that may include upper end engine noise, rough running, misfire and/or engine damage. If diagnosis leads to only cam Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2018-06-01 | 060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Various vehicles equipped with a 4.6L, 5.4L, 6.8L modular 3 valve engine built on or before 8-Jan-2016 may exhibit symptoms that may include upper end engine noise, rough running, misfire and/or engine damage. If diagnosis leads to only cam Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2018-03-30 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
Replacing the original equipment SYNC/Navigation system with either an aftermarket SYNC/Navigation kit or modifying original SYNC/Navigation parts to provide additional features is not recommended nor supported on any Ford, Mercury or Linco Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2018-01-10 | 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
The Accessory (Wireless) Keyless Entry Keypad can only be used with vehicles that are factory built with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE). The master code for the Accessory (Wireless) Keyless Entry Keypad can be retrieved from FMCDealer – Parts a Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2018-01-10 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
The Accessory (Wireless) Keyless Entry Keypad can only be used with vehicles that are factory built with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE). The master code for the Accessory (Wireless) Keyless Entry Keypad can be retrieved from FMCDealer – Parts a Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2018-01-10 | 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
The Accessory (Wireless) Keyless Entry Keypad can only be used with vehicles that are factory built with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE). The master code for the Accessory (Wireless) Keyless Entry Keypad can be retrieved from FMCDealer – Parts a Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2017-02-27 | 105000 POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE
SOME 2007-2016 EDGE/MKX/FLEX/MKT/MKZ/MKS/TAURUS/TAURUS POLICE/EXPLORER/EXPLORER POLICE EQUIPPED WITH ALL WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) AND BUILT ON OR BEFORE 30-JUN-2016 MAY EXHIBIT A TICKING AND/OR KNOCKING NOISE COMING FROM THE DRIVELINE AREA. TO IDE Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2017-02-27 | 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
SOME 2007-2016 EDGE/MKX/FLEX/MKT/MKZ/MKS/TAURUS/TAURUS POLICE/EXPLORER/EXPLORER POLICE EQUIPPED WITH ALL WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) AND BUILT ON OR BEFORE 30-JUN-2016 MAY EXHIBIT A TICKING AND/OR KNOCKING NOISE COMING FROM THE DRIVELINE AREA. TO IDE Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-09-21 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-09-21 | 061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-09-21 | 061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-09-21 | 061110 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-09-21 | 061120 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-09-21 | 061200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-09-21 | 061320 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OTHER FUEL TYPES:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-09-21 | 062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-09-21 | 062100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-09-21 | 062200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-09-21 | 062300 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-09-21 | 063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-09-21 | 063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-09-21 | 063110 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV)
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-09-21 | 063130 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE)
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-09-21 | 063140 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-09-21 | 063200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-09-21 | 060000 ENGINE (PWS)
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-10-17 | 030000 BRAKES (PWS)
SOME 2008-2017 FORD/MERCURY/LINCOLN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH SYNC MAY GENERATE A VHR THAT IDENTIFIES A CONCERN WITH THE BRAKES AND SUSPENSION CATEGORY INDICATING SERVICE IS REQUIRED DUE TO A BRAKE SYSTEM WARNING LAMP BEING ILLUMINATED. IF THE Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2008-03-01 | 061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
FORD/MERCURY: SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A NO CRANK, CRANK NO START, DRIVEABILITY SYMPTOM, OR IDLE CONCERN WITH OR WITHOUT MIL ILLUMINATION/DTC’S DUE TO THE PCM ENGINE HARNESS CHAFFING AGAINST THE PCM MOUNTING BRACKET. *PE Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2014-04-07 | 103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
LINCOLN/MERCURY/FORD: THERE IS FLUID LEAKING AROUND THE TRANSMISSION BULKHEAD CONNECTOR SLEEVE, FROM THE TRANSMISSION. MODEL 2009-10 EXPEDITION, EXPLORER, EXPLORER SPORT TRAC, F-150, NAVIGATOR, MOUNTAINEER. *PE Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2017-03-14 | 103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
2009-2017 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 6R80, 6R100, 6R140 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION HAVE AN UPDATED MAIN CONTROL VALVE BODY OVERHAUL PROCEDURE. REFER TO WORKSHOP MANUAL (WSM), SECTION 307-01 FOR MAIN CONTROL VALVE BODY (7A100) OVERHAUL PROCEDURES. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-10-17 | 030000 BRAKES (PWS)
SOME 2008-2017 FORD/MERCURY/LINCOLN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH SYNC MAY GENERATE A VHR THAT IDENTIFIES A CONCERN WITH THE BRAKES AND SUSPENSION CATEGORY INDICATING SERVICE IS REQUIRED DUE TO A BRAKE SYSTEM WARNING LAMP BEING ILLUMINATED. IF THE Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2013-08-19 | 071110 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP
FORD: SEE SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. ON SOME VEHICLES, THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER INDICATOR LIGHT ILLUMINATES SERVICE ENGINE SOON DUE TO LEAKAGE IN EVAPORATIVE EMISSIONS (EVAP) SYSTEM, IF EASY FUEL CAPLESS FUEL FILL PIPE FLAP IS BENT O Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2014-03-01 | 046300 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:WHEEL SPEED SENSOR
FORD/MERCURY: TO PREVENT HARNESS DAMAGE, ON SOME VEHICLES, RESULTING IN CONTACT WITH TIRE OR SUSPENSION COMPONENTS, PROPER ROUTING OF WIRING HARNESS FOR WHEEL SPEED SENSOR IS KEY. 2006-2010 EXPLORER, MOUNTAINEER, EXPLORER SPORT TRAC. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2014-03-01 | 114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
FORD/MERCURY: TO PREVENT HARNESS DAMAGE, ON SOME VEHICLES, RESULTING IN CONTACT WITH TIRE OR SUSPENSION COMPONENTS, PROPER ROUTING OF WIRING HARNESS FOR WHEEL SPEED SENSOR IS KEY. 2006-2010 EXPLORER, MOUNTAINEER, EXPLORER SPORT TRAC. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2014-03-01 | 036500 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:WHEEL SPEED SENSOR
FORD/MERCURY: TO PREVENT HARNESS DAMAGE, ON SOME VEHICLES, RESULTING IN CONTACT WITH TIRE OR SUSPENSION COMPONENTS, PROPER ROUTING OF WIRING HARNESS FOR WHEEL SPEED SENSOR IS KEY. 2006-2010 EXPLORER, MOUNTAINEER, EXPLORER SPORT TRAC. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
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