Ford recalls 1.9 million vehicles over loose trim pieces: list of car models affected

The Ford Motor Company is under fire after the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration issued a recall affecting more than 1.8 million cars. “The A-pillar trim retention clips may not be properly engaged, allowing the trim to detach,” reads the recall document issued by the federal agency tasked with informing the public of potential problems with their vehicles.

Which models are affected?

The issue could impact Ford Explorer owners who purchased a vehicle produced between 2011 and 2019 and should head to a Remedy Dealer who “will inspect and replace the A-pillar trim as necessary, free of charge.”

If you are affected by the recall, the NHTSA assures concerned drivers that they will receive a letter that their vehicle has been recalled by 13 March 2023. However, one should wait to take their car to the dealer for the inspection and possible repair once a second letter has been sent with further guidance. In the meantime, those with questions can contact Ford’s customer service at 1-866-436-7332 using the recall number 24S02.

For more details, check out the full report.

Which companies have faced the greatest number of recalls?

Over the last year, the Ford Motor Company has been the target of the highest number of recalls. However, in terms of the number of vehicles, many manufacturers have been the subject of that, including over one million cars: Honda, Tesla, Ford, Toyota, Hyundai, and Kia.

Some of the recalls are more severe than others, with the report filed against Toyota affecting 1.8 million cars and with drivers at risk of their vehicles catching fire spontaneously. RAV4 vehicles produced between 2013 and 2018 were recalled after it was discovered that “certain replacement 12-volt batteries may not fit properly in the battery tray, allowing the battery to move and contact the hold-down bracket, possibly causing a short circuit.”