2024 Ford Explorer
Specs, fuel economy, oil capacity, recalls, and reliability for the 2024 Ford Explorer.
- Engine
- 2.3L EcoBoost
- Drive
- Part-time 4-Wheel Drive
- Transmission
- Automatic 10-spd
- Fuel type
- Regular
- Vehicle class
- Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
- City MPG
- 20
- Highway MPG
- 27
- Combined MPG
- 23
- Est. annual fuel cost
- $1,900
Explorer reliability score
Scored from NHTSA consumer complaint volume and severity for this model year. Most-reported component: Unknown Or Other.
- Complaints
- 21
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 1
- Injuries
- 0
2024 Explorer oil capacity & type
- Viscosity
- 5W-30
- Oil type
- Full Synthetic
- Capacity (with filter)
- 5.7 qt
- Capacity (without filter)
- 5.4 qt
- OEM oil filter
- Motorcraft FL-500S
- Drain plug torque
- 27.1 Nm (20 ft-lbs)
2024 Ford Explorer recalls
10 NHTSA safety recalls on file — showing the 5 most recent.
- 24V685000
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 Ford Explorer vehicles equipped with 3.3L Hybrid engines. The 12-Volt battery cable may chafe against the…
A short circuit increases the risk of a fire.
- 24V852000
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, 2020-2024 Escape, Lincoln Corsair, 2018-2024 F-150, Expedition and Lincoln…
Without a label that shows the proper restraint usage guidelines, the occupants may have an increased risk of injury in the event of a…
- 25V393000
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Aviator, and Explorer vehicles. The switch for the easy-entry second-row outer seats may bind or…
A seat that moves unexpectedly may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing their risk of injury.
- 25V442000
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Transit Connect, 2019-2020 MKZ, MKX, Edge, Continental, F-150, Nautilus, Fusion, 2019-2023 Ranger…
A rearview camera that displays a blank image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle. A rearview image that continues to be…
- 25V687000
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Explorer and 2024-2026 Lincoln Aviator vehicles. The trailer hitch assembly bolts may be loose.
While towing a trailer, loose trailer hitch bolts can cause a loss of vehicle handling and control, or cause the trailer to detach. Either…
What's on this 2024 Ford Explorer page
- Ford Explorer engine specs and horsepower
- EPA fuel economy for the 2024 Explorer — city, highway, and combined MPG
- Oil capacity and recommended viscosity for the Explorer
- Active NHTSA safety recalls and technical service bulletins
- Reliability score and commonly reported Explorer issues
- Towing & payload ratings (for Ford trucks and SUVs)
- Manufacturer maintenance schedule by mileage
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