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Ford Explorer 2020–2026 Parts

6th generation (U625) · 2.3L 4-cyl turbo, 3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 3.3L 6-cyl and more · RWD / 4WD

  • 72 common parts
  • 6 with factory part numbers
  • 74 recall campaigns
  • 2,289 NHTSA complaints
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Engine 7

Cooling 7

Fuel 4

Ignition 4

Brakes 10

Suspension 7

Steering 3

Electrical 7

Exhaust 5

Drivetrain 8

Body & Lighting 5

Filters & Maintenance 5

Icons are generic illustrations made for this site and do not show the exact part. Parts that depend on engine, drive or powertrain are marked using EPA data for this generation; confirm fitment with your VIN before ordering. Factory part numbers are shown as a reference when available; confirm the number with your old part or VIN before ordering. Price links search by part name and vehicle.

About the 2020–2026 Explorer

Overview

The 6th generation (U625) Ford Explorer covers the 2020–2026 model years in the US. The EPA lists 4 powertrains for this generation: 2.3L 4-cyl turbo (2020–2026), 3.0L 6-cyl turbo (2020–2026), 3.3L 6-cyl (2020–2024) and 3.3L 6-cyl hybrid (2020–2023). Drive types: RWD / 4WD. Transmissions: 10-speed automatic. Hybrid versions are marked in the parts list where parts differ.

The parts list above covers items commonly replaced on these vehicles, grouped by system.

Engines & specs
EngineYearsDriveTransmissionEPA MPG
2.3L 4-cyl turbo2020–2026RWD / 4WD10-speed automaticRWD: 20–21 city / 28–29 hwy / 23–24 comb.
4WD: 19–20 city / 21–27 hwy / 20–23 comb.
3.0L 6-cyl turbo2020–2026RWD / 4WD10-speed automaticRWD: 18 city / 25–26 hwy / 20–21 comb.
4WD: 17–18 city / 22–25 hwy / 19–21 comb.
3.3L 6-cyl2020–20244WD10-speed automatic4WD: 16–17 city / 23–25 hwy / 19–20 comb.
3.3L 6-cyl hybrid2020–2023RWD / 4WD10-speed automaticRWD: 25–27 city / 26–29 hwy / 26–28 comb.
4WD: 23 city / 24–26 hwy / 23–25 comb.

Flex-fuel (E85) versions are listed by the EPA for 2020–2024. Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov vehicle data.

Common problems reported to NHTSA
Mention in complaint2020–222023–242025–26
Transmission problems388 / 1,9967 / 1369 / 157
Brake problems273 / 1,99611 / 13628 / 157
Electrical or battery problems113 / 1,9966 / 13614 / 157
Infotainment or screen112 / 1,9964 / 1368 / 157
Stalling or loss of power106 / 1,9964 / 1366 / 157
Steering problems69 / 1,99616 / 13614 / 157
Check-engine light74 / 1,9964 / 1364 / 157

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA (2,289 for 2020–2026), counted by words in the complaint text. One complaint can mention several issues; the second number is all complaints for those years.

YearRecallsComplaintsTop components in complaints
2020341,256Power Train, Unknown Or Other, Electrical System
202127463Power Train, Unknown Or Other, Engine
202225277Power Train, Unknown Or Other, Electrical System
202315115Unknown Or Other, Electrical System, Suspension
20241021Unknown Or Other, Visibility / Wiper, Suspension
202522113Electrical System, Unknown Or Other, Service Brakes
20261644Unknown Or Other, Electrical System, Seats

Source: NHTSA (U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) recalls and complaints data, retrieved November 2026.

Recalls (74 campaigns)
  • Power Train: Automatic Transmission, Gear Position Indication (Prndl) (2020, NHTSA 19V575000)
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles.
  • Seats: Front Assembly, Recliner (2020, NHTSA 19V633000)
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2020 F-150 and 2019-2020 F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 Super Duty pickup trucks, and 2018-2019 Ford Explorer, 2019-2020 Expedition, and 2020 Escape…
  • Electrical System: Wiring (2020, NHTSA 19V687000)
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Ford Explorer vehicles equipped with 2.3L or 3.3L engines.
  • Fuel System, Gasoline: Delivery, Hoses, Lines / Piping, And Fittings (2020, NHTSA 19V859000)
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles.
  • Air Bags: Critical Fasteners (2020, NHTSA 20V497000)
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Explorer and 2020 Lincoln Aviator vehicles.
  • Seat Belts: Rear / Other, Buckle Assembly (2020, NHTSA 20V549000)
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Explorer vehicles.
  • Back Over Prevention: Sensing System, Camera (2020, NHTSA 20V575000)
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Ford F-150, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, Explorer, Mustang, Transit, Expedition, Escape, Ranger and Edge, and Lincoln Nautilus and Corsair vehicles.
  • Power Train: Driveline, Driveshaft (2020, NHTSA 20V693000)
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles equipped with a 2.0L or 3.3L engine and a 10 Speed Automatic Transmission with the All Wheel Drive package.
  • Fuel System, Gasoline: Storage (2020, NHTSA 20V730000)
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Explorer vehicles equipped with 2.3L engines and 19 gallon fuel tanks.
  • Engine (2020–2021, NHTSA 20V788000)
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles.
  • Suspension: Rear (2020, NHTSA 21V154000)
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Lincoln Aviator and Ford Explorer vehicles.
  • Back Over Prevention: Software (2020–2021, NHTSA 21V735000)
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Explorer, Lincoln Corsair, and Lincoln Aviator vehicles equipped with 360-degree cameras.
  • Power Train: Axle Assembly (2020–2022, NHTSA 22V255000)
    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.
  • Back Over Prevention: Sensing System, Camera (2020–2023, NHTSA 23V022000)
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, and 2020-2022 Lincoln Corsair vehicles equipped with a 360-degree camera.
  • Power Train: Automatic Transmission, Control Module (Tcm / Pcm / Tecm) (2020–2022, NHTSA 23V069000)
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Explorer vehicles equipped with a 2.3L engine and 10R60 automatic transmission.
  • Power Train: Automatic Transmission, Control Module (Tcm / Pcm / Tecm) (2020–2022, NHTSA 23V199000)
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Explorer vehicles equipped with a 2.3L RWD, 3.3L GAS, 3.3L FHEV, or 3.0L ST powertrain.
  • Back Over Prevention: Display Function (2020–2022, NHTSA 23V305000)
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Explorer Police Interceptor Utility vehicles equipped with a 12.1-inch Integrated Computer Screen (ICS).
  • Back Over Prevention: Sensing System, Camera (2020–2023, NHTSA 23V342000)
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, and 2020-2022 Lincoln Corsair vehicles equipped with a 360-degree camera.
  • Electrical System: Propulsion System, Traction Battery (2020–2022, NHTSA 23V626000)
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Lincoln Aviator and Ford Explorer vehicles equipped with 3.0L PHEV engines.
  • Power Train: Driveline, Driveshaft (2020–2022, NHTSA 23V675000)
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Explorer vehicles.
  • Back Over Prevention: Sensing System, Camera (2020, NHTSA 24V188000)
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Explorer vehicles.
  • Engine (2020–2022, NHTSA 24V598000)
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Explorer vehicles equipped with the Police Interceptor Utility Package.
  • Equipment: Other, Labels (2020–2025, NHTSA 24V852000)
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, 2020-2024 Escape, Lincoln Corsair, 2018-2024 F-150, Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles.
  • Seat Belts (2020–2021, NHTSA 25V093000)
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Explorer and Aviator vehicles.
  • Back Over Prevention: Software (2020–2023, NHTSA 25V159000)
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, and 2020-2022 Lincoln Corsair vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 23V-342.
  • Power Train: Driveline, Driveshaft (2020–2022, NHTSA 25V166000)
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Explorer vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall numbers 23V-199 or 22V-255.
  • Seats: Mid / Rear Assembly (2020–2025, NHTSA 25V393000)
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Aviator, and Explorer vehicles.
  • Back Over Prevention: Software (2020–2024, NHTSA 25V442000)
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Transit Connect, 2019-2020 MKZ, MKX, Edge, Continental, F-150, Nautilus, Fusion, 2019-2023 Ranger, Mustang, 2020-2021 EcoSport, Expedition, Nav…
  • Equipment: Electrical, Engine Block Heater (2020–2023, NHTSA 25V685000)
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Lincoln MKC, 2016-2023 Explorer, 2019-2020 Fusion, 2019-2024 Ranger, 2020-2022 Lincoln Corsair, Escape, 2021-2024 Bronco, Bronco Sport, and 202…
  • Visibility: Windshield Wiper / Washer, Motor (2020–2022, NHTSA 26V117000)
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Explorer, Escape, Lincoln Aviator, and Lincoln Corsair vehicles.
  • Back Over Prevention: Software (2020–2024, NHTSA 26V123000)
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Escape, Lincoln Corsair, 2020-2024 Lincoln Aviator, and Explorer vehicles.
  • Seat Belts (2020–2026, NHTSA 26V159000)
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2026 Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles.
  • Power Train: Automatic Transmission (2020–2021, NHTSA 26V402000)
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Navigator, Expedition, 2020-2021 Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, and 2021 F-150 vehicles.
  • Seats: Mid / Rear Assembly (2020–2026, NHTSA 26V451000)
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2027 Aviator and 2020-2026 Explorer vehicles.
  • Air Bags: Side / Window, Curtain (2021, NHTSA 21V652000)
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles.
  • Suspension: Rear (2021, NHTSA 21V870000)
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles.
  • Engine And Engine Cooling: Engine, Hard Parts Internal / Mechanical (2021–2022, NHTSA 24V635000)
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Bronco, F-150, Edge, Explorer, Lincoln Nautilus, and Lincoln Aviator vehicles equipped with either a 2.7L or 3.0L Nano EcoBoost engine.
  • Fuel System, Gasoline: Delivery, Fuel Pump (2021–2023, NHTSA 25V455000)
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Bronco, Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, 2021-2022 Lincoln Navigator, Mustang, F-150, and 2022 Expedition vehicles.
  • Fuel System, Gasoline: Storage, Tank Assembly (2022, NHTSA 22V088000)
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles.
  • Structure: Frame And Members (2022, NHTSA 22V454000)
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 Lincoln Aviator and Ford Explorer vehicles.
  • Fuel System, Gasoline: Delivery, Hoses, Lines / Piping, And Fittings (2022, NHTSA 22V685000)
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 Explorer and Ranger vehicles equipped with 2.3L engines.
  • Power Train: Automatic Transmission (2022–2023, NHTSA 23V070000)
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2023 F-150, Mustang, Explorer, Bronco, and 2023 Lincoln Aviator vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions.
  • Engine And Engine Cooling: Engine, Gasoline (2023, NHTSA 23V597000)
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 Explorer vehicles equipped with 2.3L GTDI engines.
  • Back Over Prevention: Display Function (2023, NHTSA 23V686000)
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 Explorer vehicles equipped with a standard rearview camera.
  • Suspension: Front, Macpherson Strut (2023, NHTSA 24V091000)
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 Explorer vehicles.
  • Hybrid Propulsion System (2024, NHTSA 24V685000)
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 Ford Explorer vehicles equipped with 3.3L Hybrid engines.
  • Trailer Hitches (2024–2026, NHTSA 25V687000)
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Explorer and 2024-2026 Lincoln Aviator vehicles.
  • Equipment: Electrical, Engine Block Heater (2024, NHTSA 26V012000)
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Focus, 2019 Explorer, and 2024 Explorer vehicles.
  • Power Train: Automatic Transmission (2024, NHTSA 26V371000)
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 Explorer vehicles equipped with a 2.3L engine and 10R60 automatic transmission.
  • Fuel System, Gasoline: Fuel Injection System, Injectors (2025, NHTSA 24V634000)
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 Lincoln Corsair, 2023-2024 Escape, 2024 Mustang, and 2025 Explorer vehicles.
  • Back Over Prevention: Software (2025, NHTSA 24V801000)
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles.
  • Power Train: Automatic Transmission (2025, NHTSA 25V020000)
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Ford Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles.
  • Power Train: Automatic Transmission, Fluid / Lubricant (2025, NHTSA 25V164000)
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 F-150, Bronco, 2024 Ranger, 2025 Mustang, Explorer, and Aviator vehicles.
  • Power Train: Automatic Transmission, Control Module (2025, NHTSA 25V239000)
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Explorer vehicles.
  • Structure: Frame And Members (2025, NHTSA 25V316000)
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Explorer and Aviator vehicles.
  • Engine And Engine Cooling: Engine, Hard Parts Internal / Mechanical (2025, NHTSA 25V344000)
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Transit, F-150, and Explorer vehicles.
  • Service Brakes, Hydraulic: Foundation Components, Disc (2025, NHTSA 25V371000)
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Explorer vehicles.
  • Exterior Lighting: Tail Lights (2025, NHTSA 25V543000)
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Explorer and Aviator vehicles.
  • Back Over Prevention: Warnings, External / Pedestrian Alert (2025, NHTSA 25V691000)
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Lincoln Nautilus Hybrid and 2025 Explorer hybrid police vehicles.
  • Visibility: Windshield (2025–2026, NHTSA 25V730000)
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Lincoln Corsair, Lincoln Aviator, and Explorer vehicles.
  • Exterior Lighting: Headlights (2025–2026, NHTSA 26V121000)
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Explorer vehicles.
  • Engine And Engine Cooling: Exhaust System, Emission Control (2025, NHTSA 26V122000)
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Ranger, Lincoln Nautilus, Mustang, Maverick, Explorer, Escape, Lincoln Corsair, Bronco Sport, and Bronco vehicles.
  • Back Over Prevention: Software (2025, NHTSA 26V165000)
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2025 Lincoln Navigator, 2024-2025 Lincoln Nautilus, 2025 Lincoln Aviator and Explorer vehicles.
  • Engine And Engine Cooling: Engine, Hard Parts Internal / Mechanical (2025–2026, NHTSA 26V343000)
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Explorer, Ranger, and Bronco vehicles.
  • Back Over Prevention: Warnings, External / Pedestrian Alert (2025–2026, NHTSA 26V415000)
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2027 Lincoln Nautilus Hybrid and 2025-2027 Explorer Hybrid vehicles.
  • Seats: Front Assembly, Power Adjust (2025–2026, NHTSA 26V470000)
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2027 Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles.
  • Engine (2026, NHTSA 25V828000)
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Explorer, Mustang, Lincoln Corsair, and 2025 Maverick vehicles.
  • Visibility: Windshield (2026, NHTSA 26V024000)
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Explorer vehicles.
  • Visibility: Defroster / Defogger / Hvac System, Fan / Motor (2026, NHTSA 26V202000)
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Lincoln Aviator and Explorer vehicles.
  • Engine And Engine Cooling: Engine, Hard Parts Internal / Mechanical (2026, NHTSA 26V205000)
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Explorer and Mustang vehicles.
  • Engine And Engine Cooling: Engine, Hard Parts Internal / Mechanical (2026, NHTSA 26V532000)
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Explorer vehicles equipped with a 2.3L engine.
  • Engine And Engine Cooling: Engine, Hard Parts Internal / Mechanical (2026, NHTSA 26V548000)
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Explorer, Bronco, Bronco Sport, Mustang, and Ranger vehicles.
  • Air Bags: Frontal (2026, NHTSA 26V581000)
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Explorer vehicles.
  • Interior Lighting (2026, NHTSA 26V726000)
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026-2027 Explorer Police Interceptor vehicles.

Source: NHTSA. Check open recalls for your vehicle with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.