2001 Ford Explorer Sport recalls
The 2001 Ford Explorer Sport has 5 safety recalls. Here is what each one means, the risk, and the free fix.
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2000–2003 Ford E-150 & 2000–2003 Ford E-250 + 9 more
Speed control recall · 07V336
On certain pickup trucks, passenger vehicles, Sport utility vehicles, and motor homes chassis, the speed control deactivation switch may, under certain conditions, leak…
2001–2002 Ford Explorer Sport
Seats recall · 06V114
On certain Sport utility vehicles equipped with high back seats, the upper bolt on the driver's side high back seat that attaches the seat recliner mechanism to the seat back…
2000–2001 Ford Explorer & 2001–2002 Ford Explorer Sport + 2 more
Seats recall · 03V281
On certain Sport utility vehicles equipped with high back seats, the upper bolt on the driver's side high back seat, that attaches the seat recliner mechanism to the seat back…
2000–2001 Ford Explorer & 2000–2001 Mercury Mountaineer + 2 more
Speed control recall · 03V280
On certain Sport utility vehicles equipped with speed control and 4.0L sohc engines, if the strand cover on the speed control cable becomes flared at the end, the speed control…
2000–2001 Ford Explorer Sport & 2000–2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac + 1 more
Body & structure recall · 00V394
Vehicle description: Sport utility vehicles with steel hoods and certain pickup trucks equipped with sheet molding compound hoods.
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FAQ
Does the 2001 Ford Explorer Sport have any recalls?
Yes. The 2001 Ford Explorer Sport has 5 open or past safety recalls in NHTSA data: 07V336 (speed control); 06V114 (seats); 03V281 (seats); 03V280 (speed control); 00V394 (body & structure). A recall only applies to your car if its VIN is included.
Are 2001 Ford Explorer Sport recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
How do I check my 2001 Ford Explorer Sport for recalls?
Enter your 17-character VIN (on the driver-side dashboard or door jamb) on our VIN check page or at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask any Ford dealer.