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2020 FORD Explorer VIN Decode

VIN: 1FM5K8AW9LGC48725

VIN 1FM5K8AW9LGC48725 decodes as a 2020 FORD Explorer, a sport utility vehicle, built in Chicago, UNITED STATES (USA). This free VinWhere page shows the factory decode — year, make, model, trim, engine, drivetrain, fuel type, and assembly location — plus window-sticker availability and the NHTSA safety recalls reported for this year, make, and model. Vehicle data only: no owner names, addresses, or DMV records.

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Year
2020
Make
FORD
Model
Explorer
Trim
Police
Body
Sport Utility Vehicle
Engine
3.3L 6-cyl
Drive type
4WD/4-Wheel Drive/4x4
Fuel
Gasoline
Built in
Chicago, UNITED STATES (USA)

Window sticker availability

Original window sticker

Available — view

Safety recalls

33 reported — see below

Safety recalls

NHTSA lists 33 recalls reported for the 2020 FORD Explorer. Recall campaigns apply to a year, make, and model — not a specific VIN — so confirm whether this vehicle is affected and unrepaired at NHTSA.gov/recalls.

  • FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles. Over time, the protective sleeve on the vapor fuel line may chafe through the plastic liquid fuel line and cause a fuel leak.

    Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will install a longer protective sleeve on the liquid fuel line, as necessary, free of charge. Ford issued owners and interim notification on January 29, 2020. Recall began March 23, 2020. A second notice will be sent once parts are available, expected to be late in the first quarter of 2020. A renotification letter was sent on July 10, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S49.

    NHTSA campaign 19V859000 · reported 04/12/2019

  • ENGINE

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles. The right hand motor mount fasteners may have been incorrectly tightened, and may loosen over time.

    Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will remove and replace the right hand motor mount fasteners, free of charge. The recall began February 3, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S72.

    NHTSA campaign 20V788000 · reported 17/12/2020

  • SUSPENSION:REAR

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Lincoln Aviator and Ford Explorer vehicles. 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.

    Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace both RLCA bolts, free of charge. The recall began on April 2, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S11.

    NHTSA campaign 21V154000 · reported 10/03/2021

  • BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Explorer, Lincoln Corsair, and Lincoln Aviator vehicles equipped with 360-degree cameras. The video output may fail, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying.

    Remedy: Dealers will update the Image Processing Module (IPMB) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 16, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S44.

    NHTSA campaign 21V735000 · reported 22/09/2021

  • SEAT BELTS: REAR/OTHER:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Explorer vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with second row center seat belt buckles that may not be properly secured to the seat.

    Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the second row center seat assembly, free of charge. The recall began November 6, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S50.

    NHTSA campaign 20V549000 · reported 10/09/2020

  • POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles equipped with a 2.0L or 3.3L engine and a 10 Speed Automatic Transmission with the All Wheel Drive package. The drive shaft may fracture along the weld seam.

    Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the drive shaft label inspected and replace it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 11, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S65.

    NHTSA campaign 20V693000 · reported 10/11/2020

Source: NHTSA vehicle safety recalls. Data reflects campaigns reported for this year, make, and model.

VIN structure

WMI (1–3)

1FM

Manufacturer & country

VDS (4–9)

5K8AW9

Vehicle descriptor + check digit

VIS (10–17)

LGC48725

Year, plant & serial

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VIN decode FAQ

What vehicle is VIN 1FM5K8AW9LGC48725?+

VIN 1FM5K8AW9LGC48725 decodes as a 2020 FORD Explorer (Sport Utility Vehicle). VinWhere shows factory specifications only — no owner names, addresses, or DMV records.

Does the 2020 FORD Explorer have any safety recalls?+

NHTSA reports 33 safety recalls for the 2020 FORD Explorer (reported by model, not by VIN). Recall campaigns are issued by year, make, and model rather than by individual VIN, so confirm this specific vehicle's status at NHTSA.gov/recalls.

Is the window sticker available for 2020 FORD Explorer?+

Yes, the original window sticker may be available for this VIN, including MSRP, installed options, and standard equipment when available.