Ford Canada is recalling 12,392 Explorer SUVs from the 2011-2013 model years due to a door issue.
On certain vehicles, the return spring within the interior door handle assembly could become unseated, resulting in an interior handle that does not return to the fully stowed position after actuation. This could allow a door to unlatch during a side impact crash, which could increase the risk of injury to a seat occupant.
Dealers will inspect the interior handles on all affected Ford Explorers and repair or replace them as necessary.