Editing Ford Explorer (section)

=== Safety ===
Undergoing development during the late 1990s, the third-generation Explorer adopted safety features in response to the tread separation controversy that affected the previous-generation model line. Along with the deletion of the Firestone Wilderness AT tires, to further reduce rollover risk, the front and rear axles were widened (the latter, coinciding with the introduction of independent rear suspension). As an option, AdvanceTrac was introduced as a [[Electronic stability control|stability control system]].<ref name="auto-brochures.com-4" /><ref name="auto-brochures.com-6" /> For 2005, AdvanceTrac was redesigned, becoming AdvanceTrac RSC (Roll Stability Control); included as a standard feature, the system used ABS, traction control, stability control, and yaw control to reduce rollover risk.<ref name="auto-brochures.com-5" />

In addition to standard dual front-seat airbags, seatbelt pretensioners were added; side-curtain airbags became an option on all versions of the model line.<ref name="auto-brochures.com-4" /><ref name="auto-brochures.com-5" /><ref name="auto-brochures.com-6" />{{Clear}}