Also recalled in Canada1991 FORD EXPLORERNHTSA Campaign #91V026000
The official notice
Defect
REAR BUMPER REINFORCEMENT MAY BE SUBJECT TO FATIGUE CRACKING UNDER EXTENDED TRAILER TOW SERVICE WHEN USING A BUMPER-MOUNTED TRAILER HITCH BALL.
Safety Risk
UNDER EXTREME CONDITIONS, BUMPER COULD SEPARATE FROM THEVEHICLE WHEN USING A BUMPER MOUNTED TRAILER HITCH BALL.
Remedy
INSTALL TWO BRACKETS TO REINFORCE THE BUMPER.
Updated June 10, 2026