Affected years, leading issues, and a free VIN check for the FORD Explorer Sport Trac.
9 model years with recalls (2000–2010)Most severe issue:CriticalData refreshed November 2026
The FORD Explorer Sport Trac has 10 known NHTSA safety recalls across 9 model years (2000–2010), most commonly involving Vehicle Speed Control.
Data last refreshed November 2026.
Not Every Explorer Sport Trac Is Affected — Check Your VIN
This page tracks recalls reported for the FORD Explorer Sport Trac across every model year we cover. Model and year alone can't confirm whether your specific car is included — only your 17-character Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is authoritative.
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE 4.6L ENGINE AND 6R TRANSMISSION, THE BOLT SECURING THE TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER LINE FITTINGS AT THE TRANSMISSION MAY NOT HAVE BEEN SUFFICIENTLY TORQUED DURING VEHICLE…
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE TWO BOLTS THAT ATTACH THE STEERING GEAR ASSEMBLY TO THE FRAME MAY HAVE BEEN OVER-TIGHTENED. THIS CONDITION COULD RESULT IN ONE OR BOTH OF THE BOLTS FRACTURING, CAUSING THE…
CERTAIN AFTERMARKET FUEL FILTERS SOLD UNDER THE PUROLATOR BRAND NAME, P/N F65277, SHIPPED FROM JANUARY 16 THROUGH JUNE 2, 2006, FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. DUE TO INCORRECT DESIGN, THE QUICK…
THIS IS NOT A SAFETY RECALL IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE SAFETY ACT. HOWEVER, IT IS DEEMED A SAFETY IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN BY THE AGENCY.
EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION: FORD IS REPLACING ALL FIRESTONE WILDERNESS AT 15, 16, AND…
CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL…
How many recalls does the FORD Explorer Sport Trac have?
The FORD Explorer Sport Trac has 10 known NHTSA safety recalls across 9 model years (2000–2010), most commonly involving vehicle speed control. All recalls are repaired free of charge at authorized dealerships.
Which FORD Explorer Sport Trac model years have open recalls?
Recall history is tracked separately for each FORD Explorer Sport Trac model year. Select a model year above to see exactly which recalls apply to that year.
Is the FORD Explorer Sport Trac safe to drive?
Model-level recall counts describe the FORD Explorer Sport Trac as a whole, not any individual vehicle. Only your VIN can confirm whether a specific car is included in an open recall — use the free VIN check on this page for an authoritative answer.
