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The back row of seats in a Ford Explorer has had some issues in the past, but they haven't been widespread enough for Ford to issue any recalls for them. The problems depend on the year of the vehicle and the features it has. The main issue is seen in the newer Explorer models with power folding third row seats. If the motors or gears that control this feature become damaged, the seats may not fold correctly, causing some trouble. In older vehicles, it is known for the frame of the third row seats to become misaligned, leading to uneven or difficult folding.
The headrests in the third row seats are terrible. One won't stay latched and keeps coming off, while the other is stuck and won't release. Can anyone offer some assistance with this issue?
I'm having trouble keeping the headrest in the third row of my 2020 Ford Explorer upright. It keeps falling down. Do you have any suggestions on how to resolve this issue?
Issues with the third row seat mechanism in the 2017 Ford Explorer result in the motor running, but the seat failing to fold into the proper seating position.
Please include my name on the list of issues with the third-row seats that are not functioning properly. Ford should address and correct these issues promptly.
The latch under the seat on my 2014 model keeps slipping off. I attempted to adjust the bar underneath, but it won't slide because the bolt holes seem to be the wrong size. Could this be a design flaw?
The driver's side third row in a 2016 Explorer is broken, and Ford claims it's not covered by the warranty as it's classified as trim. I find it concerning and unsafe to have a broken third row seat, especially since it appears to be a common issue.
The third-row seats in the Ford Explorer have experienced various issues over time, such as problems with folding, malfunctioning motor gears leading to seat elevation failure, and heating problems.