2023 Ford EXPLORER-AWD-WITHOUT-STOP-STARFord Explorer-awd-without-stop-star 2023

Vehicle Details: Recalls, Fuel Economy, Emissions, Decoded VIN Details, Service Bulletins

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Below you will find all available information on the 2023 Ford EXPLORER-AWD-WITHOUT-STOP-STAR, manufacturered by Ford Motor Company.
The vehicle is described as a Part-time 4-Wheel Drive Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD Large utility (ANSI D16.1 Utility Vehicle Categories and "Full Size" and "Large").

ManufacturerKnown WMI(s)Fuel Type
Ford1F1 3FM 4F2 4F4 4M2 4N2 5L1 5LM 3FM Regular
City MPGHighway MPGCO2 emissions
17 - 20 MPG24 - 27 MPG387 - 454 g/mile
2023 Ford EXPLORER-AWD-WITHOUT-STOP-STAR
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Frequently Asked Questions
  • What is the MPG of a 2023 Ford EXPLORER-AWD-WITHOUT-STOP-STAR?
     - The 2023 Ford EXPLORER-AWD-WITHOUT-STOP-STAR has an EPA estimated city efficiency of 17 - 20 MPG and an estimated highway efficiency of 24 - 27 MPG.
  • What is the fuse box diagram for the 2023 Ford EXPLORER-AWD-WITHOUT-STOP-STAR?
     - Fuse box diagrams for the 2023 Ford EXPLORER-AWD-WITHOUT-STOP-STAR can be found here
  • What is the annual fuel cost for the 2023 Ford EXPLORER-AWD-WITHOUT-STOP-STAR?
     - EPA estimated annual fuel cost for the 2023 Ford EXPLORER-AWD-WITHOUT-STOP-STAR is $2350.
  • Where is the 2023 Ford EXPLORER-AWD-WITHOUT-STOP-STAR produced?
     - The 2023 Ford EXPLORER-AWD-WITHOUT-STOP-STAR is produced in Chicago Illinois, United States (usa).
  • Are there recalls for the 2023 Ford EXPLORER-AWD-WITHOUT-STOP-STAR?
     - There are 6 recall(s) for the 2023 Ford EXPLORER-AWD-WITHOUT-STOP-STAR, additional information is below.
  • Does the 2023 Ford EXPLORER-AWD-WITHOUT-STOP-STAR work with Apple Carplay?
     - The EXPLORER-AWD-WITHOUT-STOP-STAR does support Apple Carplay.
  • What is the GVWR of a 2023 Ford EXPLORER-AWD-WITHOUT-STOP-STAR?
     - The 2023 Ford EXPLORER-AWD-WITHOUT-STOP-STAR has a GVWR of Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) lbs.
Available Engine & Drive Classes
  • 2.3L 4 cylinder 10-speed automatic
  • 3L 6 cylinder 10-speed automatic
  • 3L 6 cylinder 10-speed automatic with select shift
NHTSA Mandated Recalls
  • Recall 260219 [USA]: A loose or missing connection between the knuckle and strut can cause improper tire alignment, resulting in a steering pull or require increased steering effort. additionally, the brake hose may contact the tire and become damaged, resulting in a brake fluid leak and a loss of braking ability. either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 249816 [USA]: A rearview camera that does not properly display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 244772 [USA]: An oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire. in addition, the loss of oil can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 248467 [USA]: Loss of the rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 241896 [USA]: The inability to secure the vehicle in the park position can result in a rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

  • Recall 237509 [USA]: Loss of the rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

To ensure accuracy and for your safety, it is recommended to do a free VIN recall check here or here [USA] - UK - Canada.

NHTSA Submitted Mechanical & Emissions Details
  • Automatic 10-spd Part-time 4-Wheel Drive Explorer Awd

    Description Data
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters2.3
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov detailsSIDI; Stop-Start
    TransmissionAutomatic 10-spd
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-2000
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 112.9352
    City mpg for fuel type 1,20
    Unrounded city mpg for fuel type 1,20.3848
    Tailpipe co2 in grams/mile for fuel type 1387
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,23
    Unrounded combined mpg for fuel type 1,22.9635
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters2.3
    Drive axle typePart-time 4-Wheel Drive
    EPA model type index4
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov detailsSIDI; Stop-Start
    EPA fuel economy score (-1 = not available)5
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)2350
    Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable)Regular
    Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel.Regular Gasoline
    EPA ghg score (-1 = not available)5
    Highway mpg for fuel type 1,27
    Unrounded highway mpg for fuel type 1,27.1633
    Vehicle record id46409
    Model name (carline)Explorer Awd
    Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicleN
    If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting modefalse
    TransmissionAutomatic 10-spd
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 125.8
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 138.5
    EPA vehicle size classStandard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-2000
    If t, this vehicle is turbochargedT
    3-character manufacturer codeFMX
    Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format)Thu Jan 26 00:00:00 EST 2023
    Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format)Thu Jun 01 00:00:00 EDT 2023
    Vehicle has start-stop technology (y, n, or blank for older vehicles)Y
  • Automatic 10-spd Part-time 4-Wheel Drive Explorer Awd

    Description Data
    Engine cylinders6
    Engine displacement in liters3.0
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov detailsSIDI
    TransmissionAutomatic 10-spd
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-3750
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 114.8755
    City mpg for fuel type 1,18
    Unrounded city mpg for fuel type 1,17.7469
    Tailpipe co2 in grams/mile for fuel type 1444
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,20
    Unrounded combined mpg for fuel type 1,20.3391
    Engine cylinders6
    Engine displacement in liters3.0
    Drive axle typePart-time 4-Wheel Drive
    EPA model type index5
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov detailsSIDI
    EPA fuel economy score (-1 = not available)4
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)2700
    Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable)Regular
    Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel.Regular Gasoline
    EPA ghg score (-1 = not available)4
    Highway mpg for fuel type 1,24
    Unrounded highway mpg for fuel type 1,24.0
    Vehicle record id46410
    Model name (carline)Explorer Awd
    Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicleN
    If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting modefalse
    TransmissionAutomatic 10-spd
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 122.2
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 134.8
    EPA vehicle size classStandard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-3750
    If t, this vehicle is turbochargedT
    3-character manufacturer codeFMX
    Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format)Thu Jan 26 00:00:00 EST 2023
    Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format)Thu Jun 01 00:00:00 EDT 2023
    Vehicle has start-stop technology (y, n, or blank for older vehicles)Y
  • Automatic (S10) Part-time 4-Wheel Drive Explorer Awd

    Description Data
    Engine cylinders6
    Engine displacement in liters3.0
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov detailsSIDI
    TransmissionAutomatic (S10)
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-3750
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 114.8755
    City mpg for fuel type 1,18
    Unrounded city mpg for fuel type 1,17.5992
    Tailpipe co2 in grams/mile for fuel type 1445
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,20
    Unrounded combined mpg for fuel type 1,20.1731
    Engine cylinders6
    Engine displacement in liters3.0
    Drive axle typePart-time 4-Wheel Drive
    EPA model type index31
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov detailsSIDI
    EPA fuel economy score (-1 = not available)4
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)2700
    Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable)Regular
    Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel.Regular Gasoline
    EPA ghg score (-1 = not available)4
    Highway mpg for fuel type 1,24
    Unrounded highway mpg for fuel type 1,24.0
    Vehicle record id46411
    Model name (carline)Explorer Awd
    Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicleN
    If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting modefalse
    TransmissionAutomatic (S10)
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 122.0009
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 134.5022
    EPA vehicle size classStandard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-3750
    If t, this vehicle is turbochargedT
    3-character manufacturer codeFMX
    Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format)Thu Jan 26 00:00:00 EST 2023
    Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format)Thu Jun 01 00:00:00 EDT 2023
    Vehicle has start-stop technology (y, n, or blank for older vehicles)Y
  • Automatic 10-spd Part-time 4-Wheel Drive Explorer Awd

    Description Data
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters2.3
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov detailsSIDI
    TransmissionAutomatic 10-spd
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-2500
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 113.5232
    City mpg for fuel type 1,20
    Unrounded city mpg for fuel type 1,19.5853
    Tailpipe co2 in grams/mile for fuel type 1404
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,22
    Unrounded combined mpg for fuel type 1,22.3971
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters2.3
    Drive axle typePart-time 4-Wheel Drive
    EPA model type index216
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov detailsSIDI
    EPA fuel economy score (-1 = not available)5
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)2450
    Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable)Regular
    Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel.Regular Gasoline
    EPA ghg score (-1 = not available)5
    Highway mpg for fuel type 1,26
    Unrounded highway mpg for fuel type 1,26.0
    Vehicle record id46416
    Model name (carline)Explorer Awd
    Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicleN
    If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting modefalse
    TransmissionAutomatic 10-spd
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 124.7
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 138.5
    EPA vehicle size classStandard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-2500
    If t, this vehicle is turbochargedT
    3-character manufacturer codeFMX
    Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format)Thu Jan 26 00:00:00 EST 2023
    Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format)Thu Jun 01 00:00:00 EDT 2023
    Vehicle has start-stop technology (y, n, or blank for older vehicles)N
  • Automatic 10-spd Part-time 4-Wheel Drive Explorer Awd

    Description Data
    Engine cylinders6
    Engine displacement in liters3.0
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov detailsSIDI; without Stop-Start
    TransmissionAutomatic 10-spd
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-3750
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 114.8755
    City mpg for fuel type 1,17
    Unrounded city mpg for fuel type 1,17.0031
    Tailpipe co2 in grams/mile for fuel type 1451
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,20
    Unrounded combined mpg for fuel type 1,19.6982
    Engine cylinders6
    Engine displacement in liters3.0
    Drive axle typePart-time 4-Wheel Drive
    EPA model type index292
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov detailsSIDI; without Stop-Start
    EPA fuel economy score (-1 = not available)4
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)2700
    Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable)Regular
    Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel.Regular Gasoline
    EPA ghg score (-1 = not available)4
    Highway mpg for fuel type 1,24
    Unrounded highway mpg for fuel type 1,24.431
    Vehicle record id46439
    Model name (carline)Explorer Awd
    Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicleN
    If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting modefalse
    TransmissionAutomatic 10-spd
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 121.2
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 134.3
    EPA vehicle size classStandard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-3750
    If t, this vehicle is turbochargedT
    3-character manufacturer codeFMX
    Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format)Fri Feb 17 00:00:00 EST 2023
    Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format)Thu Jun 01 00:00:00 EDT 2023
    Vehicle has start-stop technology (y, n, or blank for older vehicles)N
  • Automatic (S10) Part-time 4-Wheel Drive Explorer Awd

    Description Data
    Engine cylinders6
    Engine displacement in liters3.0
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov detailsSIDI; without Stop-Start
    TransmissionAutomatic (S10)
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-3750
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 114.8755
    City mpg for fuel type 1,17
    Unrounded city mpg for fuel type 1,16.9285
    Tailpipe co2 in grams/mile for fuel type 1454
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,20
    Unrounded combined mpg for fuel type 1,19.5659
    Engine cylinders6
    Engine displacement in liters3.0
    Drive axle typePart-time 4-Wheel Drive
    EPA model type index293
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov detailsSIDI; without Stop-Start
    EPA fuel economy score (-1 = not available)4
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)2700
    Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable)Regular
    Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel.Regular Gasoline
    EPA ghg score (-1 = not available)4
    Highway mpg for fuel type 1,24
    Unrounded highway mpg for fuel type 1,24.1681
    Vehicle record id46440
    Model name (carline)Explorer Awd
    Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicleN
    If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting modefalse
    TransmissionAutomatic (S10)
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 121.1
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 133.9
    EPA vehicle size classStandard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-3750
    If t, this vehicle is turbochargedT
    3-character manufacturer codeFMX
    Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format)Fri Feb 17 00:00:00 EST 2023
    Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format)Thu Jun 01 00:00:00 EDT 2023
    Vehicle has start-stop technology (y, n, or blank for older vehicles)N
Bulletins

Bulletins are notices put out by manufacturers in conjunction with the NHTSA to notify the public of manufacturing issues or changes.

  • SSM 52482 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Some 2020-2024 explorer/aviator vehicles may exhibit an illuminated mil with diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) P0627, P025A, P025B, P00C6, P008A and/or U0109 stored in the powertrain control module (pcm). Diagnosis should include checking the
  • SSM 52476 - EQUIPMENT: All accessory stick-on keyless entry keypads come with a wallet card containing the master code. If the accessory keypad was factory installed, this card will be placed in the glove box and should be handed to the vehicles owner during ini
  • SSM 52435 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Some 2020-2023 explorer vehicles may exhibit various issues with the roof rack side. If there is an issue with the roof rack side that requires replacement, a lower level service part is now available separately (7855114 and 7855115). It is
  • SSM 52405 - SUSPENSION: Some 2023 explorer vehicles built on 01-dec-2022 and through 31-aug-2023 may exhibit a rattle/clunk/knock/pop/thump noise from the front suspension at low speeds between 8-20 mph (13-32 km/h) over bumpy or uneven pavement. This may be due a
  • TSB 24-2100 - POWER TRAIN: This article supersedes tsb 24-2059 to update the service procedure ltis statement. Some 2021-2022 f-150, 2022-2023 expedition/navigator/mustang and 2020-2023 transit/explorer/aviator vehicles equipped with a 10r80/10r80mht transmission may
  • TSB 24-2069 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Some 2020-2023 explorer/aviator 3.0l plug-in hybrid electric (phev) vehicles may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (mil) and/or powertrain malfunction (wrench) indicator with diagnostic trouble code (dtc) P084B stored in the
  • TSB 24-2059 - POWER TRAIN: This article supersedes tsb 23-2351 to remove 2023 f-150 10r80 and 10r80 mht vehicle applications. The 2023 f-150 10r80 and 10r80 mht vehicles will be the subject of a separate article. Some 2021-2022 f-150, 2022-2023 expedition/navigator/m
  • SSM 52390 - EQUIPMENT: Some 2023-2024 explorer vehicles built on or after 31-jul-2023 (minor feature code j3kaj which can be confirmed by double-clicking the vin on pts in the upper left corner) are no longer equipped with the 360 degree view camera or reverse br
  • SSM 52351 - VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM: Certain 2023-2024 explorer vehicle trim levels built on or after 6-feb-2023 are no longer equipped with the rear heating ventilation and air conditioning (hvac) control panel on the rear of the center console. The following explorer trim le
  • TSB 23-2058 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: This tsb supersedes tsb 22-2377 to update the vehicle model years affected and parts list. Some 2020-2023 explorer vehicles equipped with a 3.0l ecoboost engine or 2020-2023 aviator vehicles equipped with a 3.0l ecoboost or 3.0l phev engine
  • SSM 52335 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: For 2015-2024 ford and lincoln vehicles equipped with turbocharged engines and customer concern of an engine oil leak, refer to workshop manual (wsm), section 303-00 for oil leak inspection and testing methods. Ford has evaluated turbocharg
  • SSM 52333 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE/BCM: Many body control module c (bcmc) warranty return parts are coming back with no trouble found. To verify that the bcmc is at fault prior to replacing, perform the following. First, disconnect the battery then check all bcmc connectors for t
  • SSM 52314 - POWER TRAIN: During service and repair requiring removal and replacement of a crankshaft bolt and/or crankshaft damper, achieving proper torque of the crankshaft pulley bolt is critical. Incorrect torque may allow the bolt to loosen resulting in the tim
  • TSB 24-2044 - STRUCTURE: This article supersedes tsb 23-2181 to add 2024 vehicle model year. Some 2020-2024 explorer/aviator vehicles may exhibit a lack of audio and/or a water leak in the rear liftgate area and/or water in the spare tire area. The customer may ind
  • TSB 24-2043 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: This article supersedes tsb 23-2208 to add 2024 model year vehicles. Some 2020-2024 explorer/aviator non-hybrid vehicles may exhibit radio static and/or poor radio sound quality when moving. This may be more noticeable on am radio stations.
  • SSM 52307 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Some 2020-2023 ford and lincoln sync3 equipped vehicles may experience an inaccurate notification in the fordpass??A?/lincolnway??A? App indicating vehicle has entered deep sleep mode. Vehicle has entered deep sleep mode message is expected
  • SSM 52269 - STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE: 2022-2024 explorer/aviator vehicles built on or after 28-may-2022, 2022-2024 expedition/navigator vehicles built on or after 08-jun-2022, 2022-2024 escape vehicles built on or after 01-jun-2022 and 2022 corsair vehicles built on or after 01
  • SSM 52244 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Some 2021-2023 f-150 vehicles equipped with a 3.5l powerboost hybrid engine, 2020-2023 explorer vehicles equipped with a 3.3l hybrid engine and 2020-2023 aviator vehicles equipped with a 3.0l hybrid engine may exhibit a malfunction indicato
  • SSM 52230 - POWER TRAIN: 2023 f-150/escape/explorer/maverick vehicles equipped with a full hybrid electric vehicle (fhev) powertrain may exhibit diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) P0A7D and/or P0DE6 and the vehicle identification number (vin) is not recognized by the
  • SSM 52229 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: 2020-2023 escape/explorer, 2021-2023 f-150 and 2022-2023 maverick vehicles equipped with a full hybrid electric vehicle (fhev) powertrain may exhibit a cable connection error screen from the midtronics xrc-3363 high voltage battery rescue c
  • SSM 52189 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Some 2020-2024 explorer/aviator vehicles may exhibit poor speaker sound quality and/or tick-tock noise while activating turn signals and streaming audio over bluetooth. Customers may describe static heard during a bluetooth phone call or a
  • SSM 52152 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Some 2020-2023 explorer/aviator vehicles equipped with all-wheel drive (awd) may exhibit an illuminated powertrain malfunction (wrench) indicator and/or 4wd fault service required message with diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) C00A6:71, C00A6
  • TSB 23-2353 - POWER TRAIN: Some 2020-2023 explorer vehicles equipped with a 2.3l ecoboost engine, 2022-2023 f-150 vehicles equipped with a 3.5l ecoboost engine, and 2023-2024 expedition/navigator vehicles may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (mil) an
  • TSB 23-2352 - POWER TRAIN: Some 2020-2023 explorer/aviator and 2021-2023 bronco vehicles equipped with a 10r60 transmission may exhibit a harsh/delayed engagement and/or harsh/delayed shift, an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (mil) with diagnostic trouble code
  • TSB 23-2351 - POWER TRAIN: Some 2021-2023 f-150, 2022-2023 expedition/navigator, 2022-2023 mustang, 2020-2023 transit, 2020-2023 explorer/aviator vehicles equipped with a 10r80/10r80mht transmission may exhibit a harsh/delayed engagement and/or harsh/delayed shift, a
  • TSB 23-2347 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: This article supersedes tsb 23-2279 to update the service procedure. Some 2021-2023 f-150 vehicles equipped with a 3.5l powerboost hybrid engine, 2020-2023 explorer vehicles equipped with a 3.3l hybrid engine and 2020-2023 aviator vehicles
  • SSM 51988 - WHEELS: Some 2023 explorer/aviator vehicles built on 15-mar-2023 and through 01-sep-2023 may exhibit a vehicle vibration felt at 35-80 mph (55-130 km/h) in the steering wheel and/or seat. This may be due to tire flat spotting caused by vehicles bei
  • SSM 51984 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Some 2022-2023 explorer vehicles with 2.3l engine built on or before 20-jul-2023 may exhibit an intermittent malfunction indicator light (mil) with diagnostic trouble code (dtc) P1026 and/or P1299 present in the powertrain control module (p
  • TSB 23-2307 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM): Some 2019-2020 edge/f-150/fusion/continental/mkz/nautilus, 2019-2021 mustang/ranger/transit connect, 2020-2021 ecosport/escape/expedition/explorer/f-super duty/aviator/corsair/navigator, 2021 bronco sport and 2020-2022 explorer/aviator vehi
  • 23B42 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Customer satisfaction program 23b42 certain 2023 model year explorer, bronco, ranger vehicles equipped with 2.3l gas engine - engine long block replacement
  • 23B36 - TIRES: Customer satisfaction program 23b36 certain 2023 model year explorer st vehicles with the street package - wheel and tire replacement
  • SSM 51951 - POWER TRAIN: Some 2020-2023 explorer/aviator vehicles equipped with a 10r80 mht transmission may exhibit an illuminated powertrain malfunction (wrench) lamp with diagnostic trouble code (dtc) P084B stored in the pcm. The workshop manual (wsm) has recent
  • SSM 51939 - POWER TRAIN: Some 2017-2023 ford and lincoln vehicles equipped with a 10r60/10r80/10r80 mht/10r100 transmission may exhibit a whine noise at idle and/or while driving. This may be identified as coming from the bellhousing and the front of the transmissi
  • SSM 51937 - EQUIPMENT: Some vehicles equipped with power folding mirrors may exhibit power folding mirrors that are inoperative or exhibit a clicking sound. This may be due to the mirrors being manually folded in, during transportation, going through a car wash,
  • SSM 51935 - BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE: Some 2022 edge vehicles built on and after 16-nov-2022, 2022 explorer vehicles built on and after 20-sep-2022, 2023 edge vehicles built on and before 24-mar-2023, and 2023 explorer vehicles built on and before 06-mar-2023 may exhibit a brie
  • SSM 51906 - TIRES: Some 2023 explorer/aviator vehicles built on 15-mar-2023 and through 01-sep-2023 may exhibit a vehicle vibration felt at 35-80 mph (55 130 km/h) in the steering wheel and/or seat. This may be due to tire flat spotting caused by vehicles bei
  • TSB 23-2301 - EQUIPMENT: Some 2022-2023 explorer vehicles built on or before 01-jun-2023 may exhibit a buzz/vibration/rattle from the center left of the ip during tip-in when the vehicle is up to operating temperature. This may be due to heater tube movement agains
  • TSB 23-2279 - POWER TRAIN: Some 2021-2023 f-150 vehicles equipped with a 3.5l hybrid engine, 2020-2023 explorer vehicles equipped with a 3.3l hybrid engine and 2020-2023 aviator vehicles equipped with a 3.0l hybrid engine may exhibit a powertrain malfunction indicato
  • TSB 23-2072 - POWER TRAIN: Some 2020-2023 explorer/aviator all-wheel drive (awd) vehicles with a hybrid powertrain may experience a harshness and/or vibration felt through the seat, steering wheel and/or center console at 25-50 mph (40-80 km/h). This may be due to co
  • SSM 51838 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: In various 2017-2023 ford and lincoln vehicles, customers may receive a message in the fordpass or lincolnway app stating feature unavailable. Since this is a fleet vehicle, it cannot access the (sync connect) fordpass or lincolnway app thr
  • SSM 51886 - BACK OVER PREVENTION: Some 2023 explorer vehicles built on or after 31-jul-2023 are no longer equipped with the 360 degree view camera or reverse brake assist features. Vehicles affected will be equipped with only rear functioning cameras. The vehicle is not mis
  • SSM 51881 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: 2020-2023 explorer non-hybrid vehicles and equipped with a 3.0l ecoboost or 3.3l duratec engine and 2020-2023 aviator non-hybrid vehicles equipped with a 3.0l ecoboost engine built on or before 01-jan-2023 may exhibit an exhaust rattle requ
  • TSB 23-2250 - POWER TRAIN: This article supersedes tsb 22-2428 and 23-2176 to update the issue, action and service procedure. Some 2017-2023 f-150, 2018-2023 expedition/navigator/mustang, 2019-2023 ranger, 2020-2023 explorer/aviator/transit and 2021-2023 bronco vehic
  • SAN-Vol1 I1 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL: The service awareness newsletter is an informal communication that contains information that may not be presently available in a tsb, ssm, gsb, or other electronic communication. This article includes information on warranty, technical serv
  • SSM 51845 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Some 2020-2023 explorer vehicles may exhibit a condition of intermittent headlamp operation while the vehicle is off and have diagnostic trouble code (dtc) B1533 stored in the body control module (bcm). This may be due to the internal logic
  • SSM 51824 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR: 2020-2023 explorer non-hybrid vehicles equipped with a 3.0l ecoboost or 3.3l duratec engine and 2020-2023 aviator non-hybrid vehicles equipped with a 3.0l ecoboost engine may exhibit an exhaust rattle requiring replacement of the left or ri
  • 23B37 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Certain 2023 model year aviator and explorer vehicles equipped with 3.0l engines turbo hose routing inspection and repair
  • SSM 51792 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Some 2020-2023 explorer/aviator vehicles may exhibit poor speaker sound quality and/or tick-tock noise while activating turn signals and streaming audio over bluetooth. Customers may describe static heard during a bluetooth phone call, or a
  • TSB 23-2208 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Some 2020-2023 explorer/aviator non-hybrid vehicles may exhibit radio static and/or poor radio sound quality when moving. This may be more noticeable on am radio stations. This may be caused by an electromagnetic interference concern. To co
  • SSM 51764 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Some 2020-2023 explorer/aviator vehicles equipped with a 3.0l ecoboost may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (mil) and low oil pressure warning in the instrument panel cluster (ipc), with diagnostic trouble codes (dtc) P0521
  • SSM 51756 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Some 2022-2023 explorer vehicles equipped with a 2.3l engine may exhibit an intermittent malfunction indicator light (mil) with diagnostic trouble code (dtc) P1026 and/or P1299 present in the powertrain control module (pcm) and an engine ov
  • SSM 51754 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Some 2023 bronco/ranger/explorer vehicles equipped with a 2.3l ecoboost engine and built on 27-mar-2023 and through 18-may-2023 may experience a loss of coolant with coolant in the oil. This may be caused by a cracked engine block. If this
  • TSB 23-2181 - STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE: Some 2020-2023 explorer/aviator vehicles may exhibit a lack of audio and/or a water leak in the rear liftgate area and/or water in the spare tire area. The customer may indicate that this concern is more noticeable after a car wash or rainf
  • SSM 51725 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Some 2020-2023 ford and lincoln sync3 equipped vehicles may experience an inaccurate notification in the fordpassa?/lincolnwaya? App indicating vehicle has entered deep sleep mode. Vehicle has entered deep sleep mode message is expected if
  • SSM 51720 - SEATS: Some 2020-2023 explorer/aviator vehicles may have a concern where the second row outboard manual/power seats do not fold, exhibit excess effort to fold, or do not slide forward/backward easily. Power or manual second row seats must be pushe
  • SSM 51701 - POWER TRAIN: Some 2020-2023 aviator/explorer vehicles equipped with a 3.0l hybrid engine may exhibit illuminated powertrain malfunction (wrench) indicator and stop safely now warning. Diagnostic trouble code (dtc) P0AA6:00 may be stored in the battery e
  • SSM 51687 - POWER TRAIN: Tsb 22-2428 is missing some labor operations. For any missing labor operations, claim available new model labor operations or m-time. Refer to this article on the repair order. When replacing the cdf cylinder, the current tsb does not requi
  • TSB 23-2144 - POWER TRAIN: Some 2023 bronco/explorer/aviator vehicles equipped with a 10r60 automatic transmission built on 8-dec-2022 and through 22-dec-2022 may exhibit a whine noise during coast down from 25 mph (40 km/h). Vehicles built on 6-feb-2023 and through
  • SSM 51665 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Some 2021-2023 ford and lincoln vehicles equipped with a 2.7l or 3.0l engine may exhibit an upper engine thump/knock noise coming from the left cylinder head. This condition is most noticeable at idle and may lessen at higher engine speed o
  • TSB 22-2428 - POWER TRAIN: Some 2017-2023 f-150, 2018-2023 expedition/navigator/mustang, 2019-2023 ranger, 2020-2023 explorer/aviator/transit and 2021-2023 bronco vehicles equipped with a 10r60 transmission and built on or before 23-dec-2022 or with a 18r80/10r80mht
  • SSM 51653 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: 2020-2023 escape/explorer, 2021-2023 f-150 and 2022-2023 maverick vehicles equipped with a full hybrid electric vehicle (fhev) powertrain may exhibit a cable connection error screen from the midtronics xrc-3363 high voltage battery rescue c
  • SSM 51628 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING: Some 2020-2023 explorer vehicles may exhibit a condition of intermittent headlamp operation while the vehicle is off and have diagnostic trouble code (dtc) B1533 stored in the body control module (bcm). This may be due to the internal logic
  • SSM 51625 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Some 2022-2023 explorer vehicles equipped with a 2.3l engine may exhibit an intermittent malfunction indicator light (mil) with diagnostic trouble code (dtc) P1026 and/or P1299 present in the powertrain control module (pcm) and an engine ov
  • SSM 51622 - EQUIPMENT: 2022-2023 explorer/aviator vehicles built on or after 28-may-2022, 2022-2023 expedition/navigator vehicles built on or after 08-jun-2022 and 2022 escape/corsair vehicles built on or after 01-jun-2022 are no longer equipped with a hands free
  • SSM 51536 - STRUCTURE: For 2000-2024 ford and lincoln vehicles, swapping a module from a vehicle for diagnosis purposes is likely to cause errors and is not recommended. It is also not recommended to order a replacement module using a vehicle identification numbe
  • SSM 51564 - EQUIPMENT: 2022-2023 police interceptor utility (gas engine) and all 2022-2023 explorer vehicles built on or after 14-jul-2022, 2022-2023 police interceptor utility (hybrid) vehicles built on or after 17-aug-2022, 2023 aviator (gas engine) vehicles bu
  • SSM 51531 - POWER TRAIN: Some 2020-2023 explorer/aviator/transit, 2021-2023 f-150/bronco, 2022-2023 expedition/navigator/mustang and 2023 f-250/f-350 super duty vehicles may exhibit harsh/delayed engagement and/or harsh/delayed shift concerns. These may be addresse
  • SSM 51515 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: 2020-2023 explorer/aviator with start/stop push button ignition switch may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (mil) and powertrain malfunction (wrench) indicator with diagnostic trouble code (dtc) B108A:01 (general electrical
  • 23B08 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Certain 2023 model year explorer, bronco, ranger vehicles equipped with 2.3l gas engine in all of the affected vehicles, a damaged tool used during the engine block machining process may have allowed the main oil galley to exceed specific
  • SSM 51460 - POWER TRAIN: 2023 f-150/escape/explorer/maverick vehicles equipped with a full hybrid electric vehicle (fhev) powertrain may exhibit diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) P0A7D and/or P0DE6 and the vehicle identification number (vin) is not recognized by the
  • SSM 51449 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL: Some 2020-2023 ford and lincoln sync3 equipped vehicles may experience an inaccurate notification in the fordpass??A?/lincolnway??A? App indicating vehicle has entered deep sleep mode. Vehicle has entered deep sleep mode message is expected
  • SSM 51439 - POWER TRAIN: Some 2020-2023 explorer/aviator 4x4/awd vehicles with hybrid powertrain may experience a harshness and/or vibration felt through the seat, steering wheel and/or center console after initial driveaway between 25-50 mph (40-80 km/h) that less
  • SSM 51419 - POWER TRAIN: Some 2017-2023 ford and lincoln vehicles equipped with a 10r60/10r80/10r80 mht/10r100 transmission may exhibit a whine noise at idle and/or while driving. This may be identified as coming from the bellhousing and the front of the transmissi
  • TSB 23-2079 - EQUIPMENT: Some 2022-2023 explorer vehicles may exhibit a buzz/vibration/rattle from the center left of the ip during tip-in when the vehicle is up to operating temperature. This may be due to heater tube movement against the tube bracket.
  • TSB 22-2406 - POWER TRAIN: Some 2021-2023 explorer timberline vehicles may exhibit differential fluid venting from the differential fluid vent. The customer may notice differential fluid pooling below the vehicle or saturating the wheel well liner. This may be due to
  • 23B05 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Certain 2023 model year explorer, bronco, ranger vehicles equipped with 2.3l gas engine in all of the affected vehicles, a damaged fixture used during the engine block machining process may have allowed the dimension of one of the head bo
  • SSM 51380 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Some 2020-2023 explorer/aviator vehicles may exhibit the a/c blowing warm air with dtcs P0645, P2CFC, and/or P2CFD present in the heating ventilation and air conditioning (hvac) module. This may be due to spread terminal/terminal pushout in
  • SSM 51333 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Some 2022-2023 explorer vehicles equipped with a 2.3l engine may exhibit an intermittent check engine light on with diagnostic trouble code (dtc) P1026 and/or P1299 present in the powertrain control module (pcm) and an engine over-temperatu
  • SSM 51306 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Some 2018-2023 f-150, expedition, navigator, transit, aviator and explorer vehicles may exhibit an illuminated mil with diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) P0627, P025A, P025B, P00C6, P008A and/or U0109 stored in the powertrain control module (
  • SSM 51297 - POWER TRAIN: Some 2020-2023 explorer/aviator/police interceptor utility vehicles equipped with a hybrid powertrain may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (mil) with diagnostic trouble code (dtc) P2D40. This may be due to the high voltage
  • SSM 51265 - VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR: Some vehicles equipped with power folding mirrors may exhibit power folding mirrors that are inoperative or exhibit a clicking sound. This may be due to the mirrors being manually folded in, during transportation, going through a car wash,
  • SSM 51261 - BRAKES (PWS): Some ford and lincoln vehicles may exhibit noise when the brakes are applied. When diagnosing and repairing brake noise conditions, use the workshop manual (wsm) and the appropriate pinpoint test in section 206-00. The brake rotors should o
NHTSA decoded information from VIN

1 Results returned successfully. NOTE: Any missing decoded values should be interpreted as NHTSA does not have data on the specific variable. Missing value should NOT be interpreted as an indication that a feature or technology is unavailable for a vehicle.

Variable Value
ABSStandard
Air Bag Loc Front1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Air Bag Loc Knee1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Air Bag Loc Side1st and 2nd and 3rd Rows
Auto Reverse SystemStandard
Blind Spot MonStandard
Body ClassSport Utility Vehicle (SUV)/Multi-Purpose Vehicle (MPV)
Brake System TypeHydraulic
CIBStandard
Daytime Running LightStandard
DisplacementCC3000.0
DisplacementCI183.07123228419
DisplacementL3.0
Doors4
Drive Type4WD/4-Wheel Drive/4x4
Dynamic Brake SupportStandard
EDRStandard
ESCStandard
Engine ConfigurationV-Shaped
Engine Cylinders6
Engine ManufacturerFord
Engine ModelGTDI
Error Text0 - VIN decoded clean. Check Digit (9th position) is correct
Forward Collision WarningStandard
Fuel Type PrimaryGasoline
GVWRClass 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg)
Keyless IgnitionStandard
Lane Departure WarningStandard
Lane Keep SystemStandard
Lower Beam Headlamp Light SourceLED
MakeFORD
MakeID460
ManufacturerFORD MOTOR COMPANY
Manufacturer Id976
ModelExplorer
ModelID1800
Model Year2023
NCSA Body TypeLarge utility (ANSI D16.1 Utility Vehicle Categories and "Full Size" and "Large")
NCSA MakeFord
NCSA ModelExplorer (For 2019 on. For model years 1990-2018 see 12-401.)
Park AssistStandard
Pedestrian Automatic Emergency BrakingStandard
Plant CityCHICAGO
Plant Company NameChicago Assembly
Plant CountryUNITED STATES (USA)
Plant StateILLINOIS
Rear Cross Traffic AlertStandard
Rear Visibility SystemStandard
Seat Belts AllManual
Seat Rows3
Seats6
Semiautomatic Headlamp Beam SwitchingStandard
SeriesST
TPMSDirect
Traction ControlStandard
Transmission Speeds10
Transmission StyleAutomatic
TurboYes
VIN1FM5K8GC5PGA84621
Vehicle Descriptor1FM5K8GC*PG
Vehicle TypeMULTIPURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLE (MPV)
Latest VINs Decoded for this Manufacturer
VIN Year Model Manufactured In
1FM5K8GC5PGA846212023ExplorerCHICAGO ILLINOIS, UNITED STATES (USA)
1FMSK7DH7PGA227782023ExplorerCHICAGO ILLINOIS, UNITED STATES (USA)

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