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2013 Ford Explorer

Everything Canada’s open data holds on this vehicle: what has been recalled, what it costs to run, and how efficient it is compared with everything else on the road.

Recalls

12

11 current

Combined

12.5L/100 km

Fuel, a year

$3,875

20,000 km, Ontario prices

Recalls

Good news: Recall repairs cost you nothing. Book with any manufacturer dealer and quote the recall number — no time limit, however many owners the vehicle has had.

Structure

Transport Canada recall 2024026 · manufacturer campaign 24S02

22 January 2024

Transport Canada lists: Explorer 2011–2019

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the exterior A-pillar trim on either side of the windshield may not be properly attached. As a result, the trim(s) could loosen and separate from the vehicle.

Why it matters

Trim that detaches from the vehicle could create a road hazard for others and increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Ford will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect and, if necessary, replace the A-pillar trim.

93,349 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety TC

Suspension

Transport Canada recall 2021587 · manufacturer campaign 21S43

24 September 2021

Transport Canada lists: Explorer 2012–2013 · Police 2013

What is wrong

On certain vehicles that have had one (or both) of the rear wheel knuckle(s) replaced, the outer ball joint for the rear suspension toe link may seize. If this happens, the toe link could break while driving. This could cause a sudden loss of vehicle stability. Note: This recall only affects vehicles equipped with a rear ball joint manufactured by ZF.

Why it matters

A loss of vehicle stability could cause a loss of control and increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Ford will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to inspect if it has had ball joints installed to replace the original bushings in the rear suspension. If so, the ball joints will be inspected. If a ball joint requires replacement, the dealer will replace the rear suspension knuckle and toe link, as necessary.

10,405 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Suspension

Transport Canada recall 2021438 · manufacturer campaign 21S32

16 July 2021

Transport Canada lists: Explorer 2013–2017 · Police 2013–2017

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the outer ball joint for the rear suspension toe link may seize. If this happens, the toe link could break while driving. This could cause a sudden loss of vehicle stability. Note: This recall only affects vehicles equipped with a rear ball joint manufactured by ZF.

Why it matters

A loss of vehicle stability could cause a loss of control and increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Ford will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to replace the rear suspension toe links and inspect the ball joints. If a ball joint requires replacement, the dealer will replace the rear suspension knuckle.

56,917 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Suspension

Transport Canada recall 2020524 · manufacturer campaign 20S62

3 November 2020

Transport Canada lists: Explorer 2013–2017 · Police 2013–2017

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the outer ball joint for the rear suspension toe link may seize. If this happens, the toe link could break while driving. This could cause a sudden loss of vehicle stability.

Why it matters

A loss of vehicle stability could cause a loss of control and increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Ford will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to inspect the ball joints for the rear suspension toe links. If a ball joint requires replacement, the dealer will replace the rear suspension knuckle.

32,095 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety TC

Suspension

Transport Canada recall 2019280 · manufacturer campaign 19S17

11 June 2019

Transport Canada lists: Explorer 2011–2017 · Police 2014–2017

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the rear suspension toe link(s) could break. This could cause a sudden loss of vehicle stability. Note: This problem is more likely to occur on vehicles that are driven on rough roads.

Why it matters

A loss of vehicle stability could cause a loss of control and increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

The company will notify owners by mail and instruct them to take their vehicle to a dealer to install improved rear suspension toe links.

28,019 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Suspension

Transport Canada recall 2017224 · manufacturer campaign 17S11

25 April 2017

Transport Canada lists: Explorer 2013–2017 · Police 2013–2017

What is wrong

On certain vehicles operated in Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba, soil properties unique to these areas could cause an accumulation of soil to occur at the attachment point of the rear suspension toe link. This could impede the toe link's travel, causing bending stresses and potential fracture. A fractured toe link would affect vehicle handling and could increase the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will replace the toe links with revised parts.

21,577 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety TC

Structure

Transport Canada recall 2015127 · manufacturer campaign 15S11

24 March 2015

Transport Canada lists: Explorer 2011–2013

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the return spring within the interior door handle assembly could become unseated, resulting in an interior handle that does not return to the fully stowed position after actuation. This could allow a door to unlatch during a side impact crash, which could increase the risk of injury to a seat occupant.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will inspect, and repair or replace the interior handles as necessary.

12,392 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Steering

Transport Canada recall 2014194 · manufacturer campaign 14S06

28 May 2014

Transport Canada lists: Explorer 2011–2013

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, a fault in the Electric Power Steering (EPS) system could result in an immediate loss of power steering assist without warning to the driver. This would unexpectedly increase the steering effort force necessary to steer the vehicle at lower vehicle speeds, which could increase the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will affect repairs as necessary and will reprogram the EPS controller with updated software. In the event that an EPS fault occurs, this updated software would allow for continued EPS function while displaying visual and audible warnings to the driver until the end of the drive cycle.

11,923 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety TC

Other

Transport Canada recall 2013219 · manufacturer campaign 13S07

25 June 2013

Transport Canada lists: Explorer 2013 · Taurus 2013 · MKS 2013

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the child safety lock actuation cam may have been manufactured incorrectly. As a result, the child lock may inadvertently disengage, which could allow the rear door to be opened using the inside door handle, possibly resulting in injury.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will inspect the child safety lock and, if necessary, replace the door latch assembly. In the interim, drivers that have a need to use the child lock feature are advised to check the child lock to ensure it is in the ON position before each use.

569 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Fuel System

Transport Canada recall 2013186 · manufacturer campaign 13S04

29 May 2013

Transport Canada lists: Explorer 2013 · Flex 2013 · Fusion 2013 · Police 2013 · and 4 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the fuel delivery module may develop a crack which could allow fuel to leak. Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire causing property damage and/or personal injury.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will replace the fuel delivery module.

23,612 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Fuel System

Transport Canada recall 2013093 · manufacturer campaign 13S03

26 March 2013

Transport Canada lists: Explorer 2013 · Taurus 2012 · MKS 2012

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the fuel tank may have been manufactured incorrectly. As a result, some of the fuel tanks may not provide the expected strength in the event of an impact, and may leak. A fuel leak may also occur even in the absence of an impact. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire, increasing the risk of injury and/or damage to property.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the fuel tank.

193 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Efficiency and running cost

Class
Sport utility vehicle: Standard
In its class
More efficient than 76% of 109 2013 vehicles in this class
Tailpipe CO₂
288 g/km

Set your own distance and pump price · Full efficiency ranking

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Common questions

Does the 2013 Ford Explorer have any recalls?
Transport Canada has 12 recalls on record for the 2013 Ford Explorer. Recall repairs are free at any manufacturer dealer.
What fuel economy does the 2013 Ford Explorer get?
NRCan rates the 2013 Ford Explorer at 12.5 L/100 km combined, emitting 288 g of CO2 per kilometre. There are 5 rated versions; this is the median.
What does it cost to run a 2013 Ford Explorer for a year?
At 20,000 km a year and Ontario average prices, about $3,875 in fuel, producing roughly 5,775 kg of CO2. Your own distance and prices will change this — the calculator lets you set both.

Source: Transport Canada — Vehicle Recalls Database; NRCan — Fuel consumption ratings. Data current as of 30 July 2026. Running cost uses Ontario average prices (155 ¢/L, 14.5 ¢/kWh), which are hand-maintained estimates. 30,784 rated vehicles on file.