2020 Ford Explorer Police Intercept: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2020 Ford Explorer Police Intercept: 2 recalls, 1 owner complaint.
Recalls
2 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Visibility (wipers, glass) Vehicle recall #21V014000 · 2021 · 283 vehicles
What's wrong: The affected vehicles contain windshield washer fluid that was contaminated with brake fluid. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 104, "windshield wiping and washing systems."
Why it matters: A washer system contaminated with brake fluid can reduce the driver's ability to clear windshield, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will flush out the washer system, replacing the washer bottle neck, washer pump assembly, fluid level sensor and the front and rear wiper blades. Dealers will also inspect and repair the vehicle's paint and exterior components if affected, free of charge. The…
Transmission & drivetrain, Transmission & drivetrain Vehicle recall #22V255000 · 2022 · 252,936 vehicles
What's wrong: 3l, and 2020-2022 explorer 2.3l rwd, 3.0l phev, 3.3l fhev, and 3.0l st gas vehicles. The rear axle horizontal mounting bolt May fracture and cause the driveshaft to disconnect.
Why it matters: A disconnected driveshaft can result in vehicle rollaway when the vehicle is placed in 'park' without the parking brake applied, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Depending on the vehicle model, dealers will replace the bushing and axle cover, or update the electronic parking brake software. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed June 9, 2022, and March 10, 2023. Owner notification letters were mailed June 9,…
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Transmission & drivetrain (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2020 Ford Explorer Police Intercept has 1 owner complaints, ranking #5 of 7 Explorer Police Intercept model years for complaints (well below the 6 average). Neighboring years: 2021 (1 complaints, 1 recalls).
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FAQ
Does the 2020 Ford Explorer Police Intercept have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 vehicle recalls for the 2020 Ford Explorer Police Intercept. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2020 Ford Explorer Police Intercept problems?
Owners have filed 1 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are transmission & drivetrain (1).
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