7
recalls
The Ford Exp has 7 recalls covering 9.64 million vehicles as reported; model year 1982 is covered by the most (4).
Updated Oct 11, 2026 · recalls to Oct 6, 2026
Recalls
7
Most for 1982: 4
Units affected
9.64M
As reported
Overall stars
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Not rated
Complaints, 12 mo
0
To Sep 2026
Do-not-drive
0
None
By model year
Which model years are covered by the most recalls, and which get the most complaints
Recalls by model year
How many recalls cover each model year. Hover a year for the count.
Parts recalled
Recalls of the Ford Exp by component
- Electrical system1 · 7.90M units
- Engine and engine cooling1 · 481K units
- Equipment1 · 113K units
- Fuel system, gasoline1 · 5,200 units
- Latches/locks/linkages1 · 610K units
- Seat belts1 · 530K units
- Service brakes, hydraulic1 · 4,338 units
Ford Exp recalls
Newest first
| Date | Recall | Hazard | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 25, 1996 | Ford Aerostar, Bronco, Crown Victoria, Escort and 14 more (1988-1993): Electrical systemNo. 96V071000 | Fire | 7,900,000 |
| Jun 12, 1989 | Ford Escort, EXP; Mercury Lynx (1984-1985): Engine and engine coolingNo. 89V095000 | Fire | 481,049 |
| Dec 20, 1983 | Ford Bronco, Bronco II, Crown Victoria, Escort and 14 more (1984): Seat beltsNo. 83V134000 | Other or not stated | 530,000 |
| Jun 22, 1983 | Ford Escort, EXP; Mercury LN7, Lynx (1981-1983): Latches/locks/linkagesNo. 83V063000 | Other or not stated | 610,000 |
| May 11, 1982 | Ford Escort, EXP; Mercury LN7, Lynx (1982): EquipmentNo. 82V045000 | Fire | 113,000 |
| Jul 7, 1981 | Ford Escort, EXP; Mercury LN7, Lynx (1981-1982): Service brakes, hydraulicNo. 81V084000 | Other or not stated | 4,338 |
| Apr 7, 1981 | Ford EXP; Mercury LN7 (1982): Fuel system, gasolineNo. 81V047000 | Injury | 5,200 |
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Questions and answers
Is the 1993 Ford Exp recalled?
Yes: 1 recall covers the 1993 Ford Exp. Check the recall pages below for what is wrong and the free fix; a dealer can tell if a single vehicle still needs the repair.
How many recalls does the Ford Exp have?
7 recalls cover the Ford Exp, for 9.64 million vehicles as reported. The most common problem is electrical system (1 recalls).
What do owners complain about most on the Ford Exp?
Electrical system: named in 4 of the 14 safety complaints about the Ford Exp, then engine and engine cooling (3). One complaint can name several components.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data, updated daily. Models are written as published, so a few versions of one model can be listed under slightly different names.