2023 Ford Explorer
Typical repair costs
- Battery replacement $150–$320
- Cabin air filter replacement $48–$103
- Check-engine light diagnosis $100–$200
- Engine air filter replacement $30–$75
- Front brake pads $200–$350
- Front brake pads and rotors $335–$625
National guide ranges for independent shops, before tax, typical for most cars. Prices for this exact car vary. Estimate a repair for your car →
Fuel economy
| Trim | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWD | 11.6 | 8.7 | 10.3 L/100 km |
| AWD | 13.4 | 9.8 | 11.8 L/100 km |
| Timberline AWD | 12.2 | 10.5 | 11.5 L/100 km |
Official: NRCan Fuel Consumption Ratings.
Recalls
Recalls are listed by model and year and may not apply to every vehicle. Check your VIN on the official recall site.
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Seats And Restraints
Transport Canada 2026339 ·
On certain vehicles the recall repairs completed by a Ford dealer during recall 25S67 (Transport Canada recall no. 2025-328) may not be effective. As a result, a second repair is required. On certain vehicles, the trim for the seat fold switch on the second-row outboard seats co...
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Visual System
Transport Canada 2026100 ·
On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause the rearview camera image not to display properly when the transmission is shifted into reverse. Canadian regulations require the rearview image to display when the vehicle is reversing.
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Electrical
Transport Canada 2026005 ·
On certain vehicles, the engine block heater could leak coolant. If this happens, the block heater could short circuit when it's plugged in. Note: This recall replaces Transport Canada recall no. 2025-554. Vehicles that were repaired under that recall don't require this repair.
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Electrical
Transport Canada 2025554 ·
This recall was replaced by Transport Canada recall no. 2026-005. On certain vehicles, the engine block heater could leak coolant. If this happens, the block heater could short circuit when it's plugged in.
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Visual System
Transport Canada 2025360 ·
On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause the rearview camera image not to display when the transmission is shifted into reverse. Canadian regulations require the rearview image to display when the vehicle is reversing.
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Seats And Restraints
Transport Canada 2025328 ·
On certain vehicles, the trim for the seat fold switch on the second-row seats may not have been installed properly. As a result, the switch could become stuck. If this happens, the seat(s) could fold and/or move unexpectedly.
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Visual System
Transport Canada 2025140 ·
On certain vehicles, the recall repairs completed by a Ford dealer during recall 23S23 (Transport Canada recall no. 2023-288) may not have been done correctly. As a result, a second repair is required. On certain vehicles equipped with a 360-degree camera, a software problem cou...
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Visual System
Transport Canada 2023557 ·
On certain vehicles, a problem with the rearview camera wiring harness could cause the rearview camera image not to display. Canadian regulations require the rearview image to display when the vehicle is reversing.
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Visual System
Transport Canada 2023288 ·
On certain vehicles equipped with a 360-degree camera, a software problem could cause the rearview camera image not to appear on the SYNC display screen. Canadian regulations require the rearview image to display when the vehicle is reversing. Note: This recall replaces recall 23...
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Powertrain
Transport Canada 2023057 ·
On certain vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, there could be a loose bolt inside the transmission. As a result, the bolt could move and block the parking pawl. If this happens, the parking pawl may not engage when you shift to park, and the vehicle could roll away...
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Visual System
Transport Canada 2023018 ·
This recall was replaced by Transport Canada Recall No. 2023-288. On certain vehicles equipped with a 360-degree camera, a software problem could cause the rearview camera image to not appear on the SYNC display screen. Canadian regulations require the rearview image to display...
Official recall page (opens in a new tab)
Show 4 U.S. recalls
U.S. recalls (NHTSA) with no Transport Canada record. They may not cover vehicles sold in Canada; check your VIN.
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Equipment: electrical: engine block heater
NHTSA (U.S.) 25V685000 ·
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Lincoln MKC, 2016-2023 Explorer, 2019-2020 Fusion, 2019-2024 Ranger, 2020-2022 Lincoln Corsair, Escape, 2021-2024 Bronco, Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. The engine block heater may crack and develop a coolan...
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Equipment: other: labels
NHTSA (U.S.) 24V852000 ·
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, 2020-2024 Escape, Lincoln Corsair, 2018-2024 F-150, Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The air bag warning label may be missing from the dashboard. As such, these vehicles fail to comply w...
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Suspension: front: macpherson strut; steering: linkages: knuckle: spindle: arm
NHTSA (U.S.) 24V091000 ·
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 Explorer vehicles. The right-front lower fastener connecting the steering knuckle and strut may be loose or missing.
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Engine and engine cooling: engine: oil/lubrication: pipes, hoses, and fittings; engine and engine cooling: engine: gasoline: turbo/supercharger
NHTSA (U.S.) 23V597000 ·
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 Explorer vehicles equipped with 2.3L GTDI engines. The turbocharger oil supply line may be damaged, which can result in an oil leak inside the engine compartment.
Official recall page (opens in a new tab)
Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database; U.S. recalls from NHTSA.
Maintenance schedule
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Specs
- Body type
- SUV or crossover
- Engines
- 2.3 L 4-cylinder, 3.0 L 6-cylinder, 3.3 L 6-cylinder
- Fuel
- Gas, Hybrid
- Transmissions
- Automatic 10-spd, Automatic (S10)
- Drivetrains
- 4WD, RWD