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NHTSA model-year recall report

2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac Recalls

1 campaign in our verified NHTSA snapshot, with source consequences, remedies, and VIN-specific next steps.

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NHTSA campaigns

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Affected systems

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Sep 26, 2007

Latest campaign date

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What the record says

This model year's count is below the Ford Explorer Sport Trac average of 1.6 campaigns per listed year. That is context only—not proof that this year is safer or less safe.

The most frequent affected category is Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Cooling Unit And Lines, appearing in 1 campaign.

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Source campaign records

All 2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac recall campaigns

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NHTSA campaign 07V453000

Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Cooling Unit And Lines

Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY

Reported Sep 26, 2007

What is recalled

ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE 4.6L ENGINE AND 6R TRANSMISSION, THE BOLT SECURING THE TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER LINE FITTINGS AT THE TRANSMISSION MAY NOT HAVE BEEN SUFFICIENTLY TORQUED DURING VEHICLE ASSEMBLY. AS A RESULT, THE BOLT MAY LOOSEN AND THE TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER LINES MAY DISENGAGE FROM THE TRANSMISSION, CAUSING A TRANSMISSION FLUID LEAK.

Safety consequence

IF LEAKING TRANSMISSION FLUID CONTACTS THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER, IT MAY POSE A RISK OF FIRE.

Manufacturer remedy

DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND HAVE THE TRANSMISSION COOLER LINE ATTACHMENT BOLT TIGHTENED FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 30, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

Other Ford Explorer Sport Trac model years

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2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac recall questions

How many recalls does the 2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac have?

This verified dataset contains 1 NHTSA campaign associated with the 2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac. A campaign can apply to some, not all, vehicles of the same model year.

Does this confirm an open recall for my 2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac?

No. This page is a model-year campaign history. Use NHTSA's official lookup or an authorized dealer to confirm whether a campaign applies to your exact VIN and whether the repair remains open.

Are vehicle recall repairs free?

When a safety recall campaign applies to your VIN, the manufacturer remedy is generally provided at no charge through an authorized dealer. Confirm eligibility and scheduling with the manufacturer or dealer.

Source: NHTSA. Dataset includes campaigns through Jul 30, 2026. Last processed Aug 8, 2026. Methodology