2001 Ford Explorer recalls
The 2001 Ford Explorer has 6 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 + 12 more
Speed control recall · 09V399
Ford is recalling model years 1995-2003 Windstar, 2000-2003 Excursion diesel, 1993-1997 and 1999-2003 F-250 SD through F-550 SD diesel, 1992-2003 E-150 through E-550, 1995-2002…
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…
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…
2000–2003 Chevrolet G Series & 2000–2003 Chevrolet Suburban + 10 more
Body & structure recall · 03V094
Certain pickup truck, van, and MINI van conversions equipped with southern comfort built running boards that contain certain courtesy lights manufactured by american technology…
2001 Ford Explorer
Equipment recall · 00V313
Vehicle description: certain sport utility vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of part 567.4, "certification." these vehicles were shipped from the assembly plant…
Other Ford Explorer years
FAQ
Does the 2001 Ford Explorer have any recalls?
Yes. The 2001 Ford Explorer has 6 open or past safety recalls in NHTSA data: 09V399 (speed control); 07V336 (speed control); 03V281 (seats); 03V280 (speed control); 03V094 (body & structure); 00V313 (equipment). A recall only applies to your car if its VIN is included.
Are 2001 Ford Explorer 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 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.