Does the 2017 Ford Explorer Police Intercept have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2017 Ford Explorer Police Intercept, the most recent reported on June 26, 2017 (Seats: mid/rear assembly). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2017 Ford Explorer Police Intercept?

Owners have filed 9 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is unknown or other (5 complaints), followed by structure (4).

How many 2017 Ford Explorer Police Intercept complaints mention a crash or fire?

0 of 9 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2017 Ford Explorer Police Intercept recalls and problems

2 recalls and 9 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2017 Ford Explorer Police Intercept.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2017 Ford Explorer Police Intercept recalls

Seats: mid/rear assembly

NHTSA campaign 17V401000 · reported June 26, 2017 · Ford Motor Company · 4 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 Ford Explorer Police Interceptor vehicles. The affected vehicles may be missing the two front inboard attachments for the second row seats. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 207, "Seating systems", and (FMVSS) number 210, "Seat belt assembly anchorages."
The risk: Seats with missing inboard attachments may not adequately restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles to verify that they have the second row seat attachment studs, installing them if not, free of charge. The recall began on August 14, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17C10.

Engine and engine cooling: engine, gasoline, turbo/supercharger

NHTSA campaign 16V925000 · reported December 22, 2016 · Ford Motor Company · 1,163 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2016 Ford Taurus, 2016-2017 Ford Flex, Lincoln MKT, 2017 Ford Explorer and Ford Explorer Police Interceptor Utility vehicles equipped with 3.5L GTDI engines. Improperly brazed turbocharger oil supply tubes may leak oil on engine components.
The risk: An oil leak, in the presence of an ignition source, increases the risk of a fire.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and if necessary, replace the turbocharger oil supply tubes, free of charge. The recall began on January 31, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S46.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Unknown or other5
Structure4

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Apr 13, 2019 · Structure · 10,391 miles
THE DRIVER'S SIDE A PILLAR COVER IS COMING OFF.

Apr 13, 2019 · Structure · 50,146 miles
THE PASSENGER SIDE A PILLAR COVER AND DRIVER'S SIDE B PILLAR COVER ARE COMING OFF.

Apr 13, 2019 · Structure · 57,005 miles
THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER A PILLAR COVERS ARE COMING OFF.

Apr 12, 2019 · Structure · 23,339 miles
THE PLASTIC IS COMING OFF ON THE "A" PILLAR ON THE PASSENGER SIDE.

Aug 3, 2017 · Unknown or other · 2,500 miles
LAW ENFORCEMENT VEHICLE RECEIVING HIGH CARBON MONOXIDE LEVEL READINGS (10+ PARTS PER MILLION) IN PASSENGER CABIN UPON HARD ACCELERATION (FROM COMPLETE STOP TO 100+ MPH) WITH THE AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM ON WITH THE RECIRCULATION FUNCTION ACTIVATED. 726

Explorer Police Intercept model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints
2015	0	6
2016	0	21
2017	2	9
2018	0	3
2020	2	1

All Ford Explorer Police Intercept years →

Questions

Does the 2017 Ford Explorer Police Intercept have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2017 Ford Explorer Police Intercept, the most recent reported on June 26, 2017 (Seats: mid/rear assembly). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Ford Explorer Police Intercept?: Owners have filed 9 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is unknown or other (5 complaints), followed by structure (4).
How many 2017 Ford Explorer Police Intercept complaints mention a crash or fire?: 0 of 9 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received April 13, 2019.