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Passenger car (Ford Explorer) - Repair
Official notice
6 Feb 2026
Last checked
27 Oct 2026
An official CAA Japan notice concerns Passenger car (Ford Explorer) - Repair. Defect in exterior trim (A-pillar covers). ■ Defective part (component name): Exterior trim (A-pillar covers). ■ Description and cause of the structure, equipment or performance deemed noncompliant with safety standards: Due to an inappropriate manufacturing process, some exterior covers fitted to the left and right A-pillars are not securely fastened by their mounting clips. Consequently, vibration and similar factors while driving can loosen the mounting clips, causing abnormal noise. In the worst case, all mounting clips may disengage and the component may fall off. Published 2026-02-06.
What to do now
(Recall) 外ー3923 ■ Corrective measures: Inspect the installation of the left and right A-pillar covers on all vehicles. If the inspection finds improper installation (lifting or similar conditions), replace the A-pillar covers and mounting clips with new parts and inspect the mounting brackets for damage. If damage is found, replace the affected parts with new ones.
Units affected
7,374
Recall number
外-3923
Official notice
2026-02-06
The hazard
The hazard
Defect in exterior trim (A-pillar covers). ■ Defective part (component name): Exterior trim (A-pillar covers). ■ Description and cause of the structure, equipment or performance deemed noncompliant with safety standards: Due to an inappropriate manufacturing process, some exterior covers fitted to the left and right A-pillars are not securely fastened by their mounting clips. Consequently, vibration and similar factors while driving can loosen the mounting clips, causing abnormal noise. In the worst case, all mounting clips may disengage and the component may fall off.
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Brand: Ford. Contact: フォード自動車株式会社. Phone 0120-125175.
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