Ford Recalls Over 238,000 Explorer SUVs for Rollaway Risk

Ford is recalling over 238,000 Ford Explorer SUVs from 2020-2022 due to a safety issue that could cause the vehicle to roll away.

The recall is to replace the rear axle bolt and bushing which could fracture and cause the driveshaft to disconnect, resulting in loss of power or vehicle rollaway.

This recall comes after NHTSA opened an inquiry into previous recalls that didn't fully resolve the issue.

Owners can check if their vehicle is affected using the NHTSA or USA TODAY recall databases. Ford will notify owners by letter starting November 6.

To fix the issue, dealers will replace the rear axle bolt and bushing and inspect the rear axle cover at no cost to owners.