2014 Ford Explorer: recalls and problems

Steering2026-09-23

My 2014 ford explorer experienced a serious electric power steering failure. while driving, the vehicle displayed “power steering assist fault” and the steering became extremely difficult to turn due to loss of steering assistance. i was driving with my child in the vehicle when this occurred. i believe this created a potentially life-threatening situation. if i had needed to make an emergency maneuver or avoid anoth

Steering2026-09-17

Steering simply shutoff and locked up while driving. i seen there's a recall on 2013 ford exploers but not for 2014 even though its the same problem. now im without a vehicle and it will be a expensive repair.

Unknown Or Other2026-09-13

I own a 2014 ford explorer, vin [xxx]. in approximately 2020, i reported damaged exterior a-pillar appliqué trim clip(s) to a ford dealer and requested repair. i was told the needed part was on backorder. the condition was not permanently repaired. ford later issued safety recall 24s02 / nhtsa recall 24v-031 for certain 2011-2019 ford explorers involving exterior a-pillar appliqué trim retention clips that can allow

Structure2026-08-26

Recall issued and notified via mail by ford for faulty a-pillarsin 2024. a-pillars can fall off vehicle while driving and can cause safety issue. vehicle was taken to dealer for inspection in march of 2025 to verify issue and was informed that no parts are available. after several visits to service department and phone calls, still no parts available for now 2+ years. ford apparently has no intention of providing