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2017 Ford Explorer Base
SUV · 4WD · 3.5L 6-cyl 290 hp
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Friday, October 30, 2026
La Crosse
Lot 2-1-QSC-I-27-037, 019
14 NHTSA recalls for this model year.
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Specifications
Decoded from the VIN by NHTSA.
- VIN
- 1FM5K8B87HGA45081
- Model year
- 2017
- Make
- Ford
- Model
- Explorer
- Trim
- Base
- Body
- Sport Utility Vehicle [SUV]/Multipurpose Vehicle [MPV]
- Drivetrain
- 4WD
- Engine
- 3.5L 6-cyl 290 hp
- Fuel
- Gas
- Doors
- 4
- Built in
- Chicago, United States (Usa)
- Original base price
- $31,660 (NHTSA)
Auction history
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Recalls for the 2017 Ford Explorer
NHTSA lists recalls by model year, not by car. Whether this car's were fixed is on NHTSA's VIN lookup.
Structure · BodyCampaign 26V448000 · Jul 14, 2026
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Explorer vehicles. The roof rail covers may come loose and detach from the vehicle.
Risk. A detached roof rail cover can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy. Dealers will inspect the roof rail covers and as necessary, repair or replace the push-pins, rail clips, or roof rail covers, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed August 28, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in January 2027. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S54. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 21V316. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 16, 2026.
Suspension · RearCampaign 26V101000 · Feb 20, 2026
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Explorer vehicles. The rear suspension toe links may fracture.
Risk. A rear toe link fracture can result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy. Dealers will replace the toe links, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 16, 2026. Owners may contact Ford Customer Service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S08. This recall is an expansion of previous NHTSA recall number 21V537. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning February 25, 2026.