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US recalls (1)
Seats: front assembly, power adjust
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2027 Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles. An unoccupied driver's seat may recline unintentionally during certain scenarios, such as remote unlock or remote start.
Risk and remedy
Risk: Unexpected movement of the driver’s seat back may trap a second-row occupant, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will disable the driver seat module (DSM) feature until parts are available. Once available, the motor will be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 3, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S53.
Canadian recalls (1)
Show 1 Canadian recall
Seats and restraints
2026-07-14 · campaign 2026-340
Issue:
On certain vehicles, the driver's seat could recline on its own when using certain remote features including remote door unlocking, remote start and/or approaching the vehicle with the key fob. As a result, the second-row passenger could become trapped between the seat and the seatback.
Note: This recall only affects certain vehicles equipped with memory seats.
Safety Risk:
A seat that reclines on its own could increase the risk of injury and/or entrapment.
Corrective actions:
Ford will notify owners by mail. The corrective actions for this recall are under development.
Owner complaints
No owner complaints found for the 2027 Ford Explorer.
Crash test ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2027 Ford Explorer.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|
| 2027 FORD EXPLORER SUV HEV RWD | – | – | – | – |
| 2027 FORD EXPLORER SUV HEV 4WD | – | – | – | – |
| 2027 FORD EXPLORER SUV ICE 4WD | 5★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ |
| 2027 FORD EXPLORER SUV ICE RWD | 5★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ |
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for each 2027 Ford Explorer version.
| Version | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined | Yearly fuel cost |
|---|
| Explorer AWD 2.3 L Automatic 10-spd | 20 | 27 | 23 | $2,900 |
| Explorer AWD 3.0 L Automatic 10-spd | 17 | 24 | 20 | $3,350 |
| Explorer AWD 3.0 L Automatic (S10) | 17 | 24 | 20 | $3,350 |
| Explorer RWD 2.3 L Automatic 10-spd | 20 | 28 | 23 | $2,900 |
| Explorer RWD 3.0 L Automatic (S10) | 17 | 25 | 20 | $3,350 |
| Explorer RWD 3.0 L Automatic 10-spd | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,200 |
| Explorer Tremor AWD 2.3 L Automatic 10-spd | 18 | 22 | 20 | $3,350 |
| Explorer Tremor AWD 3.0 L Automatic 10-spd | 17 | 22 | 19 | $3,550 |
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Recalls updated 2026-10-29.