NHTSA model-year recall report

2009 Ford Explorer Recalls

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

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Affected systems

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Sep 3, 2010

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At a glance

What the record says

This model year's count is below the Ford Explorer average of 10.6 campaigns per listed year. That is context only—not proof that this year is safer or less safe.

The most frequent affected category is Equipment, appearing in 1 campaign.

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Source campaign records

All 2009 Ford Explorer recall campaigns

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NHTSA campaign 10E043000

Equipment

Manufacturer: MARATHON SEAT COVERS, INC.

Reported Sep 3, 2010

What is recalled

MARATHON IS RECALLING CERTAIN SEAT COVERS, BRAND SUPERHIDES WITH PART NUMBERS 593, 594, 578, 960, 228, 228-09, 267-08, 333, 625, AND 630, SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE SEAT COVERS ARE MADE OF HEAVIER THREAD AND ARE NOT COMPATIBLE WITH SEATS CONTAINING SIDE AIRBAGS. THE HEAVIER SEAT COVER COULD INTERFERE WITH FULL DEPLOYMENT OF THE AIRBAG IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH.

Safety consequence

AN IMPROPERLY DEPLOYED AIRBAG COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY.

Manufacturer remedy

MARATHON WILL NOTIFY OWNERS OF RECORD AND REPLACE THE SEAT COVER FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 14, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MARATHON AT 1-800-735-2769.

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

Campaign details

Other Ford Explorer model years

Compare campaign histories within the same model. Counts are descriptive, not a safety grade.

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2009 Ford Explorer recall questions

How many recalls does the 2009 Ford Explorer have?

This verified dataset contains 1 NHTSA campaign associated with the 2009 Ford Explorer. A campaign can apply to some, not all, vehicles of the same model year.

Does this confirm an open recall for my 2009 Ford Explorer?

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