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2015 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

6

6 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 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

Powertrain

Transport Canada recall 2020536 · manufacturer campaign 20S63

11 November 2020

Transport Canada lists: Edge 2014 · Explorer 2014–2016 · Taurus 2014–2015 · MKX 2014

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the front link shaft (intermediate shaft) bracket can break. If this happens, there could be a loss of power to the wheels. Also, if this happens and the vehicle is parked without the parking brake applied, the vehicle could roll away.

Why it matters

A loss of power to the wheels or a vehicle rollaway could increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

The company will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to replace the front link shaft bracket.

367 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety 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

Efficiency and running cost

Class
Sport utility vehicle: Standard
In its class
More efficient than 70% of 99 2015 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 2015 Ford Explorer have any recalls?
Transport Canada has 6 recalls on record for the 2015 Ford Explorer. Recall repairs are free at any manufacturer dealer.
What fuel economy does the 2015 Ford Explorer get?
NRCan rates the 2015 Ford Explorer at 12.5 L/100 km combined, emitting 288 g of CO2 per kilometre. There are 6 rated versions; this is the median.
What does it cost to run a 2015 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.