2021 Ford Explorer Police Intercept recalls and problems
1 recall and 1 owner complaint on file with NHTSA for the 2021 Ford Explorer Police Intercept.
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recalls
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owner complaints
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complaints mentioning a crash
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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.
2021 Ford Explorer Police Intercept recalls
Power train: axle assembly · Power train: driveline, driveshaft
NHTSA campaign 22V255000 · reported April 14, 2022 · Ford Motor Company · 252,936 vehicles potentially affected
The problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Explorer Police FHEV, Explorer Police 3.3L, and 2020-2022 Explorer 2.3L RWD, 3.0L PHEV, 3.3L FHEV, and 3.0L ST GAS vehicles. The rear axle horizontal mounting bolt may fracture and cause the driveshaft to disconnect.
The risk
A disconnected driveshaft can result in vehicle rollaway when the vehicle is placed in 'Park' without the parking brake applied, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Depending on the vehicle model, dealers will replace the bushing and axle cover, or update the electronic parking brake software. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed June 9, 2022, and March 10, 2023. Owner notification letters were mailed June 9, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S27.
Most reported problems
Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.
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What owners report
Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.
Jul 31, 2026 · Engine
Catalytic converter and it was confirmed by independent service center my car only has 88k miles There is a catalytic converter recall on year 2020 but Ford refuses to do a recall for the year 2021 and I have another car that have the same catalytic converter problem with only 84k miles and it’s also 2021 and Ford…
Does the 2021 Ford Explorer Police Intercept have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2021 Ford Explorer Police Intercept, the most recent reported on April 14, 2022 (Power train: axle assembly, Power train: driveline, driveshaft). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Ford Explorer Police Intercept?
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (1 complaints).
How many 2021 Ford Explorer Police Intercept complaints mention a crash or fire?
0 of 1 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 July 31, 2026.