2022 Ford Explorer: recalls and problems

Unknown Or Other2026-09-22

Safety defect: moonroof sunshade sags and obstructs rearward driver visibility i am reporting a safety concern involving the fabric sunshade/moonroof cover in my 2022 ford explorer. when the moonroof fabric sunshade is closed/engaged, the fabric sags substantially downward from the roof. the sag is severe enough that the sunshade extends well below its intended position and can obstruct the driver’s view through th

Suspension2026-09-22

Car was purchased brand new from ford dealership in may 2023. in september 2026, brought car in for 20,000 mile service at ford dealership in san jose, california to discover that both rear shock absorbers are already worn and shocks are leaking. dealer recommended that they needed to be replaced. upon research, this issue has very common with 2022 ford explorers (all trims). i believe this is a defective issue tha

Power Train2026-09-20

Rear cv axel splines are causing an audible sound when shifting from park to reverse or park to drive. it also occurs when the car goes from accelerating to coasting and then back to accelerating. the sound has gotten louder and is more frequent within the last 2 months. ford is stating this noise is otherwise not harming the cv axel or the splines therein.

Visibility/Wiper2026-09-16

The headliner on the sunroof panel began sagging to the point that visibility is compromised between the driver and rear of the vehicle. this is a common failure on these vehicles, and very expensive to repair. it is obviously caused by the design of the sunroof shade cover assembly.