2014 Ford Explorer wheels problems
26 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the wheels on the 2014 Ford Explorer — 2% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Exterior a-pillar applique trim clip attachments are not properly engaged due to improper assembly or repair. Reaer toe link rear tires tilted inward due to potential fractures from corrosion or broken welds on toe link.”
filed Mar 11, 2026
“Vehicle has code C0063-64ABS. Also has a problem with the restraint control module and ABS module causing the front tires to lock and make the car slide. I was about to get into a car crash on Oct 24,2024 because the cars front tires locked and just slide from one side to other the steering wheel…”
filed Mar 11, 2025
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
Certain 2011-2017 Model Year Explorer Vehicles Rear Wheel Knuckle Replacement Ref 21S32 Submitting Owner Letter
22N01 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Mar 31, 2022
Wheels problems in other Explorer years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 Explorer | 1 | 1% |
| 2023 Explorer | 1 | 1% |
| 2022 Explorer | 2 | 1% |
| 2021 Explorer | 5 | 1% |
| 2020 Explorer | 15 | 1% |
| 2019 Explorer | 4 | 1% |
| 2018 Explorer | 8 | 1% |
| 2017 Explorer | 60 | 4% |
| 2016 Explorer | 50 | 2% |
| 2015 Explorer | 15 | 1% |
| 2013 Explorer | 20 | 1% |
| 2012 Explorer | 5 | 1% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2014 Ford Explorer
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.