A fractured rear toe link will cause a sudden change in vehicle handling and increase the risk of a crash.

Suspension — Rear

Date Announced
JUN 10, 2019
Vehicles Affected
1,194,173
Ford Recall #
19S17
NHTSA Campaign #
19V435000
Summary
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2011-2017 Explorer vehicles. The rear suspension toe links may fracture due to stress on the rear suspension.
Actions
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear suspension toe links, and inspect both rear toe link ball joints, replacing the rear wheel knuckle(s), if necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 26, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S17.
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