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2024 Ford Explorer Recall: HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM

Vehicle Identity

Vehicle
2024 Ford Explorer
Component
HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM
Automobile factory assembly line — representative photo for NHTSA vehicle recall
A vehicle assembly line at an automobile factory (representative file photo). Specific vehicle and component: see recall details below. Photo: Marek Slusarczyk / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY 3.0).

Affected Vehicles

2024 Ford Explorer

Recall Summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 Ford Explorer vehicles equipped with 3.3L Hybrid engines. The 12-Volt battery cable may chafe against the Belt-integrated Starter Generat (BiSG) and short circuit.

Consequence

A short circuit increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will install a tie strap between the battery cable and high voltage cable, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 8, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S61.

411 Press Analysis

Owners of 2024 Ford Explorer vehicles should take immediate action following a critical recall reported to NHTSA on September 13, 2024. A short circuit increases the risk of a fire. The recall involves hybrid propulsion system and has been flagged as a "Do Not Drive" or fire-risk situation. Contact your local Ford dealer to schedule service. Dealers will install a tie strap between the battery cable and high voltage cable, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 8, 2024. Verify your vehicle at NHTSA.gov/recalls using your VIN.

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