2009 Ford Explorer 2WD recalls and complaints

NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2009 Ford Explorer 2WD; the most frequently affected component is equipment. Owners filed 33 complaints, most often about vehicle speed control. Among the 11 model years of this model in the database, 2009 ranks #11 for number of recalls.

Recalls1

Complaints33

Crashes reported5in stored complaints

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Recalls (1)

EquipmentCampaign 10E043000 · 03 Sep 2010

Problem: Marathon is recalling certain seat covers, brand superhides with part numbers 593, 594, 578, 960, 228, 228-09, 267-08, 333, 625, and 630, sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. These seat covers are made of heavier thread and are not compatible with seats containing side airbags. The heavier seat cover could interfere with full deployment of the airbag in the event of a crash.

Risk: An improperly deployed airbag could result in serious injury.

Remedy: Marathon will notify owners of record and replace the seat cover free of charge. The safety recall began on september 14, 2010. Owners may contact marathon at 1-800-735-2769.

What owners complain about

Share of the 33 most recent complaints stored for this model year, by component. Owners can list more than one component.

Vehicle speed control5 · 15%

Unknown or other5 · 15%

Engine4 · 12%

Power train3 · 9%

Wheels3 · 9%

Seats3 · 9%

Electrical system2 · 6%

Electronic stability control (esc)2 · 6%

When complaints were filed

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From owner complaints

When first starting the vehicle, there is a loud ticking noise. After researching it online, it appeared to be a very common problem with some of the exhaust manifold bolts snapping off causing a leak of exhaust gases. We took the car to a shop and the problem was confirmed. The repairs will be over $1,000, and this…
Engine · Feb 2013 · NHTSA complaint record

Ford: my 2009 ford explorer eddie bauer v6 exhibits an intermittent fault/alarm with the rsc system while driving on public roads (street, freeway, highway). All the instances occurred had been properly documented and discussed with the local ford dealer in repeated visits that should be documented on their books. In…
Electrical system · Nov 2016 · NHTSA complaint record

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 ford explorer. While driving approximately 5 mph, the vehicle independently accelerated and crashed into a brick wall. The air bags did not deploy. A police report was filed. There were no injuries. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that multiple parts…
Vehicle speed control · Nov 2017 · NHTSA complaint record

I started the explorer and went about 300 feet and pulled over to allow an emergency vehicle to pass. The explorer continued to accelerate but was held back by the brakes until i shut the engine off. Upon restarting the explorer ran fine until another incident in mid october. I started the explorer and went about 500…
Vehicle speed control · Nov 2014 · NHTSA complaint record

How this year compares

Recalls per model year for this model.

200015

200112

200210

Full specifications All model years 2009 Ford lineup

Source

Recall and complaint records from the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). A recall listed here may not apply to every vehicle of this model year — always check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.

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