Ford is recalling 2016 Explorer vehicles with a power train issue where a failed bracket could cause unintended movement and loss of motive power, increasing crash risk. Owners must contact Ford for free replacement.
The failed bracket could result in a loss of park function which can cause unintended vehicle movement, and loss of motive power while driving which increases the risk of a crash.
Ford is recalling 2016 Explorer vehicles due to a power train bracket that could fail, causing unintended vehicle movement and loss of power while driving. This increases crash risk and requires immediate replacement of the bracket. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1226864-ford-explorer-2016-power-train-recall-failed-bracket-risk.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1226864-ford-explorer-2016-power-train-recall-failed-bracket-risk · Updated October 4, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #20V692000
“Ford Explorer (2016) Power Train Recall: Failed Bracket Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 4, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1226864-ford-explorer-2016-power-train-recall-failed-bracket-risk. Based on NHTSA recall 20V692000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=20V692000).
The support bracket for the front drive axle halfshaft may fail, leading to unintended vehicle movement and loss of motive power while driving. This can increase the risk of a crash if the bracket fails during normal operation.
Owners of 2016 Ford Explorers with the specific power train bracket are affected. Drivers of these vehicles face the highest risk due to potential loss of control.
Check if your 2016 Ford Explorer has the power train bracket issue. The recall covers vehicles with specific engine types and front wheel drive configurations.
Reach out to Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 to schedule a replacement for the bracket.
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the link shaft bracket, free of charge. Parts are not currently available. Owners received an interim notification detailing safety risk December 8, 2020. A second letter will be mailed when parts become available in January 2021. The recall began February 2, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S63.
The support bracket for the front drive axle halfshaft may fail, causing unintended vehicle movement and loss of motive power while driving.
Check if your 2016 Ford Explorer has the specific power train bracket issue, as the recall covers vehicles with certain engine types and front wheel drive configurations.
Parts are not currently available, but Ford will mail a second letter when parts become available in January 2021.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Ford to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 20V692000 — Ford Ford Hello, I own a Ford that is covered by recall 20V692000 from Ford. The official recall notice states: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the link shaft bracket, free of charge. Parts are not currently available. Owners received an interim notification detailing safety risk December 8, 2020. A second letter will be mailed when parts become available in January 2021. The recall began February 2, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S63. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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