aFe CONTROL Rear Sway Bar for 2020–2026 Ford Explorer ST 3.0L V6 Twin-Turbo, Part Number afe440-304001RR

Dramatically reduce body roll without sacrificing ride quality with aFe CONTROL’s Explorer ST sway bars. Our 3-way adjustable rear sway bar will allow you to easily dial in the handling balance of your ST. Sharpened steering response will improve initial turn-in making your Explorer feel lighter and more agile. The added stability and control are also welcome when hauling loads on your roof rack or towing. Whether you’re on a road trip with the family or canyon carving in the mountains, aFe CONTROL will get you there. Every aFe CONTROL sway bar is CAD designed and CNC bent to strict tolerances. This insures precise fit and perfect operation. Our rear sway bar is 3-way adjustable. This allows the driver to dial in the rear roll resistance to achieve the desired handling bias. The rear sway bar utilizes laser cut end plates. These are robotically welded to the bar in a dedicated fixture to insure accurate hole positioning and consistent manufacturing. aFe CONTROL includes low-deflection polyurethane bushings and premium 6061-T6 aluminum black anodized billet brackets which are equipped with grease fittings for easy maintenance. aFe CONTROL Rear Sway Bar Ford Explorer ST 20-26 V6-3.0L (tt)

• 227 lbs/in (97% Stiffer than Stock)     260 lbs/in (126% Stiffer than Stock)     290 lbs/in (152% Stiffer than Stock)
• Direct Fit Installation Requires No Modifications
• 025.4mm (1”) Rear Sway Bar, 3-Way Adjustment
• 6061-T6 Billet Aluminum Bushing Brackets
• 90A Durometer Polyurethane Bushings
• CNC Bent, Solid Steel Sway Bar
• Durable Red Powder Coat
• Proudly Made in the USA

Improve the handling balance of your Ford Explorer ST with the aFe CONTROL Rear Sway Bar, Part Number afe440-304001RR. Designed for 2020–2026 Explorer ST models equipped with the 3.0L V6 twin-turbo engine, this direct-fit rear sway bar helps reduce body roll while maintaining a controlled, comfortable ride. Sharper steering response improves initial turn-in, making the Explorer feel more agile during daily driving, spirited cornering, road trips, towing, and roof-rack use.

The solid steel bar features three adjustment settings that allow you to tune rear roll resistance and establish your preferred handling bias. The available rates are 227 lb/in, 260 lb/in, and 290 lb/in, providing approximately 97%, 126%, or 152% more stiffness than the factory bar. CAD-designed and CNC-bent to strict tolerances, the aFe CONTROL sway bar is engineered for precise fitment and reliable operation without vehicle modifications.

Laser-cut end plates are robotically welded in a dedicated fixture to promote accurate hole positioning and consistent manufacturing. The kit includes low-deflection 90A-durometer polyurethane bushings and black-anodized 6061-T6 billet aluminum brackets with integrated grease fittings for convenient maintenance. A durable red powder-coated finish provides added protection, and the assembly is proudly made in the USA. Fitment includes select 2020–2023 Ford Explorer models, with application coverage extending through 2026 for the Explorer ST 3.0L V6 twin-turbo platform; verify the vehicle configuration before ordering.

What's Included

• aFe CONTROL rear sway bar
• Polyurethane bushings
• 6061-T6 billet aluminum bushing brackets
• Installation hardware and adjustable mounting positions

Features:

• Three-Way Adjustable Performance: Choose from 227 lb/in, 260 lb/in, or 290 lb/in settings to tune rear roll resistance and handling balance.
• Reduced Body Roll: Provides up to 152% greater stiffness than the factory sway bar for improved stability and cornering control.
• Direct-Fit Installation: Designed for the 2020–2026 Ford Explorer ST with no chassis modifications required.
• Premium Construction: Uses a CNC-bent solid steel bar, laser-cut end plates, 90A polyurethane bushings, and 6061-T6 billet aluminum brackets.

Fitments:
2020 Ford Explorer Platinum
2020 Ford Explorer ST
2021 Ford Explorer King Ranch
2021 Ford Explorer Platinum
2021 Ford Explorer ST
2022 Ford Explorer King Ranch
2022 Ford Explorer Platinum
2022 Ford Explorer ST
2023 Ford Explorer King Ranch
2023 Ford Explorer Platinum
2023 Ford Explorer ST
2024 Ford Explorer King Ranch
2024 Ford Explorer Platinum
2024 Ford Explorer ST
2025 Ford Explorer Platinum
2025 Ford Explorer ST
2026 Ford Explorer Platinum
2026 Ford Explorer ST
2026 Ford Explorer Tremor

Air Freight Prohibited: false
Not Carb Approved: false
Ltl Freight Required: false
Prop 65: Y
Part Type: automotive
Epa: N/A
Carb Acknowledgement Required: false
Regular Stock: t
Units Per Sku: 1