Home / Vehicles / Ford / Ford Explorer / Struts or strut assemblies
13 · SS Steering and suspension · Ford Explorer
Ford Explorer struts or strut assemblies
for 2020–2024 model years · what changes the fit
01 About the part
Combine the damper and spring mount. A complete assembly includes the spring and top mount. All about struts or strut assemblies →
02 What changes the fit
- The sixth-generation Explorer debuted in January 2019. The 2020 Explorer moved to the rear-wheel-drive based CD6 platform shared with the Lincoln Aviator. source
- EPA lists 4WD, RWD versions. EPA fuel economy records The front suspension can differ between drive types, so match yours.
- Whether a corner uses a strut or a separate shock and spring isn't in a source we can cite per trim. Check your owner's manual or enter your VIN.
Engines, 2020–2024
| Engine | Drive | Fuel | Years | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.3L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD, RWD | gasoline | 2020–2024 | EPA |
| 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | 4WD, RWD | gasoline | 2020–2024 | EPA |
| 3.3L 6-cyl | 4WD | flex-fuel (E85) | 2020–2024 | EPA |
| 3.3L 6-cyl | 4WD, RWD | hybrid | 2020–2023 | EPA |
NHTSA recalls · suspension
- 21V1540002020
The rear lower control arm (RLCA) bolts that attach the rear lower control arms to the wheel knuckles may not have been heat-treated, which could cause them to break.
suspension › rear NHTSA recall - 21V8700002021
Incorrect rear suspension module components may have been installed due to a labeling error.
suspension › rear NHTSA recall - 24V0910002023
The right-front lower fastener connecting the steering knuckle and strut may be loose or missing.
suspension › front › macpherson strut NHTSA recall
03 Cross-reference
Coming soon
Interchange numbers for Ford Explorer struts or strut assemblies show here once we have a source we can cite. Until then, enter your VIN in the factory parts catalog to get the original-equipment number, and compare that number across stores.
04 Questions
Which Ford Explorer engines does this cover?
2020–2024: 2.3L 4-cyl turbo, 3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 3.3L 6-cyl, as listed in EPA records.
Any Ford Explorer recalls for suspension?
3 NHTSA recalls for 2020–2024, listed above with campaign numbers.
Check price at
Prices are on the retailer sites. PartIndex does not list prices for this part.
- AutoZoneautozone.comAffiliate link: PartIndex may earn a commission.
- O’Reillyoreillyauto.com
- Advance Auto Partsshop.advanceautoparts.com
- NAPAnapaonline.comNAPA searches by part name; set your vehicle on their page.
- RockAutorockauto.comChoose your vehicle in RockAuto's catalog.
- eBayebay.comAffiliate link: PartIndex may earn a commission.
- Amazonamazon.comAffiliate link: PartIndex may earn a commission.
use your VIN there to get OEM part numbers
Searches open in a new tab. See the affiliate disclosure.
eBay right now
prices come from eBay and can changeChecking current eBay listings…
Guides: Steering and suspension · Ford and other makes: official parts catalogs · Find the right part
Facts on this page: engines from fueleconomy.gov (U.S. DOE and EPA); recalls from NHTSA, checked 2026-11-08. Prices come only from the retailers and the live eBay listings.