2013 Ford Explorer: Structure complaints
Owner-reported issue (NHTSA complaints, not a recall)
Symptoms
NHTSA has 439 owner complaints for the 2013 Ford Explorer that list the structure component. Complaints are individual owner reports, not verified defects.
Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11769807 (filed 10/08/2026): “The contact owns a 2013 ford explorer. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 24v031000 (structure); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. the contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the front passenger’s side a-pillar trim had detac…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11760888 (filed 08/31/2026): “The contact owns a 2013 ford explorer. the contact received a recall notification for nhtsa campaign number: 24v031000 (structure); however, the parts to complete the recall repair were not yet available. the contact stated that both windshield exterior a-pillar trims had dry-rotted. the vehicle was…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11750508 (filed 07/15/2026): “The contact owns a 2013 ford explorer. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 24v031000 (structure); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. the contact stated that while driving 45 mph in snowy and stormy weather, the driver’s side a-pillar trim detache…”
Likely causes
These complaints do not establish a single root cause; read the examples above and get a diagnosis.
Fix, in plain English
No single fix is established by these reports. Check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls, ask a dealer about technical service bulletins (TSBs) or extended warranty coverage, then have the system diagnosed.
DIY difficulty: Varies
Depends on the specific failure; get a diagnosis first. (Our assessment.)
Cost
No sourced cost range for this issue. Get a written quote after diagnosis.
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