2019 FORD EXPLORER

What owners reported to NHTSA, ranked by how often and how seriously.

This is complaint data, not a random sample.

It only includes owners who chose to file a federal complaint, so it over-represents dramatic and safety-related problems and under-represents minor issues an owner just had fixed without reporting. Read this as what NHTSA complainants report most, not as this vehicle's true failure rate. Full methodology.

Component ranking

  1. #1

    other

    28 unsafe, 7 annoyance

    35
    incidents
    Typical range: 10,000–78,500 mi

    Median 35,000 mi, based on 27 reports (54% had no usable mileage)

    • "The contact owns a 2019 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that the roof rail had detached. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 21V316000 (Structure) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The vehicle was taken to the…"~3,000 mi, complaint #1772240
    • "I HAVE HAD THE CAR IN TO THE DEALER TWICE NOW FOR CARBON MONOXIDE ENTERING THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT. I HAVE HAD A CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTOR THAT I PURCHASED FROM A RETAILER THAT SHOWS ELEVATED LEVELS ABOVE 60 PARTS PER MILLION WITHIN THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT…"~10,000 mi, complaint #1645227
    • "ROOF RAILS COME LOOSE, TOTALLY UNSECURED TO VEHICLE. ONE HAS FALLEN OFF WHILE DRIVING, ONE WAS DESTROYED IN CAR WASH. THE RAILS SEEM TO POP LOOSE NO MATTER WHAT IS HAPPENING WITH THE VEHICLE (I.E. PARKED, DRIVING). THIS IS A WELL DOCUMENTED PROBLEM ONLINE BUT…"~25,000 mi, complaint #1661706
    • "The contact owns a 2019 Ford Explorer. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the driver’s side roof rail detached from the body of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where it was diagnosed but not repaired. Upon investigation, the contact…"~55,000 mi, complaint #1771931
    • "The contact owns a 2019 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the exterior B-Pillar trim detached. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. After investigating the…"~96,000 mi, complaint #1967059
  2. #2

    glass and windshield

    23 unsafe, 3 annoyance

    26
    incidents

    Commonly reported, insufficient mileage data - n=12, median 52,000 mi, no reliable range below 25 reports.

    • "The contact owns a 2019 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that the front windshield gasket was crumbling. The contact was concerned that water might leak into the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and inspected but the dealer informed the contact th…"~40,000 mi, complaint #1750422
    • "The contact owns a 2019 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that the front windshield was slightly detached from the vehicle. While driving at various speeds there was a whistling sound coming from the windshield. The vehicle was taken to an auto body shop where…"~50,000 mi, complaint #1955196
    • "The contact owns a 2019 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that the exterior pillars on both sides of the window had detached. Additionally, the contact stated that while driving on several occasions over 30 MPH, she observed a loud buzzing noise and wind comin…"~76,000 mi, complaint #1987562
  3. #3

    torque converter

    15 unsafe

    15
    incidents

    Mileage: suppressed (fewer than 10 mileage-bearing reports; n=5)

    • "The contact owns a 2019 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that there was an orange wrench warning light was illuminated when the vehicle was shifted into reverse. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed, and it was determined that the failur…"~65,000 mi, complaint #1999178
    • "The contact owns a 2019 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while the vehicle was at a complete stop, the vehicle shuddered. Additionally, the vehicle hesitated to accelerate while driving. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the deal…"~80,000 mi, complaint #1891118
    • "The contact owns a 2019 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle shuddered. The contact stated that while coming to a stop the vehicle shuddered and hesitated to resume driving. No warning lights were illuminate…"~82,000 mi, complaint #1893445
    • "The contact owns a 2019 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that after shifting to the drive position the vehicle would shake and vibrate. The failure continued while driving at various speeds. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who replaced the torque co…"~83,000 mi, complaint #2073870
  4. #4

    interior trim

    10 unsafe, 2 annoyance

    12
    incidents

    Mileage: suppressed (fewer than 10 mileage-bearing reports; n=2)

    • "The contact owns a 2019 Ford Explorer. The contact stated upon inspection, it was noticed that the B-pillar applique trim was peeling off. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where it was diagnosed that the B-pillar applique trim needed to be replaced. The…"~75,000 mi, complaint #2017692
    • "The contact owns a 2019 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that the leather on the dashboard was peeling and had detached. No warning lights were illuminated. The local dealer was contacted, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was no…"~100,000 mi, complaint #2225484
  5. #5

    transmission automatic

    1 stranded, 10 unsafe

    11
    incidents

    Mileage: suppressed (fewer than 10 mileage-bearing reports; n=3)

    • "The contact owns a 2019 Ford Explorer. The contact stated while driving approximately 60 MPH, the vehicle began making abnormal noises from under the floorboards. The contact stated that the vehicle was losing forward momentum. The contact depressed the accele…"~52,000 mi, complaint #1985484
  6. #6

    horn

    5 unsafe, 4 annoyance

    9
    incidents

    Mileage: suppressed (fewer than 10 mileage-bearing reports; n=6)

    • "THE 2019 FORD EXPLORER IS DELIVERED NEW WITH ONE INADEQUATE HORN. ALL OTHER MODEL YEARS HAVE TWO HORNS AND ARE WHAT YOU EXPECT FROM A HORN. THIS IS A DANGEROUS SITUATION, THE HORN IS SO LOW I COULD NOT SCARE A SQUIRREL. FORD MOTOR COMPANY SAID THEY CANNOT UPGR…"~3,000 mi, complaint #1585817
    • "TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 FORD EXPLORER. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE HORN FAILED TO WORK WHEN DEPRESSED. THE CONTACT STATED NO WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A LOCAL DEALER OR AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC F…"~45,600 mi, complaint #1736590
  7. #7

    engine internal

    1 stranded, 4 unsafe, 2 annoyance

    7
    incidents

    Mileage: suppressed (fewer than 10 mileage-bearing reports; n=4)

    • "TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 FORD EXPLORER. WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH, THE CONTACT SMELLED FUMES COMING FROM THE IGNITION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO LEE FORD LINCOLN (LOCATED AT 4170-C RALEIGH RD PKWY W, WILSON, NC 27896, [REDACTED PHONE]) TO BE DIAGNOSED, BUT THE FA…"~1,100 mi, complaint #1572637
    • "The contact owns a 2019 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that there was an abnormal ticking noise detected from the front end of the vehicle. The contact stated that while his wife was driving, the vehicle failed to accelerate and revved up. The contact notic…"~20,000 mi, complaint #1788824
    • "The contact owns a 2019 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that upon start-up there was an abnormally loud rattling sound coming from the engine compartment, with the check engine warning light illuminated. The cause of the failure has not yet been determined.…"~97,000 mi, complaint #2100399
  8. #8

    exhaust system

    7 unsafe

    7
    incidents

    Mileage: suppressed (fewer than 10 mileage-bearing reports; n=7)

    • "BURNING SMELL (PRESUMABLY EXHAUST FUMES) ARE LEAKING INTO CABIN WHILE DRIVING. HAPPENS MORE OFTEN UPON HARD ACCELERATION AND WITH AIR CONDITIONING ON IN AIR RECYCLE MODE."~700 mi, complaint #1589607
    • "TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 FORD EXPLORER. WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE, THE CONTACT SMELLED EXHAUST FUMES AND FUEL INSIDE THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO ADVANTAGE FORD ([REDACTED ADDRESS], STUART, FL 34997, [REDACTED PHONE]) TO BE DIAGNOSED, BUT THE TEST…"~4,500 mi, complaint #1554337
    • "NOTICED SEVERE EXHAUST SMELL WHEN DEFROST IS ON WHILE DRIVING, AND MORE MODERATELY WHEN THE RECIRCULATED AIR IS ON. LOOKED UP THE ISSUE ONLINE AND FOUND THAT OUR 2019 FORD EXPLORER IS EXPERIENCING THE SAME ISSUES THAT CAUSED A SOFT RECALL FROM FORD FOR THEIR 2…"~10,000 mi, complaint #1642462
    • "MY SUV IS LEAKING EXHAUST INTO THE CABIN. THE PROBLEM BEGAN WHEN ACCELERATING QUICKLY, LIKE GETTING ON THE HIGHWAY OR PASSING A CAR. NOW THE PROBLEM IS OFTEN WHEN JUST DRIVING NORMALLY. YOU CAN SMELL THE EXHAUST INSIDE. IT SMELLS LIKE ROTTEN EGGS. I HAVE BR…"~25,000 mi, complaint #1693696
  9. #9

    fuel pump

    2 stranded, 5 unsafe

    7
    incidents

    Mileage: suppressed (fewer than 10 mileage-bearing reports; n=4)

    • "The contact owns a 2019 Ford Explorer. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer to be repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V101000 (Suspension). While retrieving the vehicle, the vehicle failed to start. The contact heard the mechanic revving the engine of…"~50,000 mi, complaint #2195203
    • "The contact owns a 2019 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that upon acceleration from a stop, the vehicle experienced a loss of automotive power. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a local dealer where it was diagnosed, and the…"~60,000 mi, complaint #2111691
  10. #10

    suspension arms and bushings

    7 unsafe

    7
    incidents

    Mileage: suppressed (fewer than 10 mileage-bearing reports; n=2)

    • "VEHICLE WAS BEING DRIVEN STRAIGHT ON RESIDENTIAL [REDACTED ADDRESS]. HEARD A LOUD BREAK/ LOSS OF DRIVING CONTROL OF VEHICLE WHICH PULLED FORCEFULLY TO THE RIGHT. VEHICLE SCRAPED OFF CURB THEN BACK INTO ONCOMING TRAFFIC AND COMING TO STOPPED. HAD LOST ALL POWER…"~6,900 mi, complaint #1598553
    • "The contact owns a 2019 Ford Explorer. The contact stated there was a loud rattle coming from the rear passenger side wheel of the vehicle. The noise progressed when on rough roads. The contact inspected the rear passenger side toe link which seemed as though…"~46,172 mi, complaint #1833945
  11. #11

    door latch and hinge

    5 unsafe

    5
    incidents

    Mileage: suppressed (fewer than 10 mileage-bearing reports; n=1)

    • "The contact owns a 2019 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while driving, Panel on the driver side door, keyless pad became completely detached. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed as not being fully secured and was replaced. The pa…"~47,000 mi, complaint #2212140
  12. #12

    engine cooling

    2 stranded, 2 unsafe

    4
    incidents

    Mileage: suppressed (fewer than 10 mileage-bearing reports; n=4)

    • "The contact owns a 2019 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 MPH, there was an abnormal anti-freeze odor inside the cabin of the vehicle. The contact stated that the "overheat" and "temperature" gauge illuminated. The contact d…"~70,000 mi, complaint #2036010
  13. #13

    acceleration loss or hesitation

    3 unsafe

    3
    incidents

    Mileage: suppressed (fewer than 10 mileage-bearing reports; n=5)

    • "The contact owns a 2019 Ford Explorer. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, while depressing the accelerator pedal the vehicle failed to respond as needed. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle was shielded by a bystander…"~99,000 mi, complaint #2070656
  14. #14

    engine stall or no start

    1 stranded, 2 unsafe

    3
    incidents

    Mileage: suppressed (fewer than 10 mileage-bearing reports; n=3)

    • "The contact called on behalf of the owner of a 2019 Ford Explorer. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 24V031000 (STRUCTURE) and 26V101000 (SUSPENSION). The contact stated that after the vehicle was stopped at a traffic light, the veh…"~130,000 mi, complaint #2189614
  15. #15

    tire failure

    2 unsafe, 1 broken

    3
    incidents

    Mileage: suppressed (fewer than 10 mileage-bearing reports; n=3)

    • "TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 FORD EXPLORER EQUIPPED WITH HANKOOK VENTUS 105H TIRES, SIZE: 255/50/R20. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ORIGINAL FRONT PASSENGER SIDE TIRE HAD TO BE REPLACED BECAUSE THE TIRE PRESSURE WAS CONSISTENTLY DUE TO A THREE INCH CUT APPROXIMAT…"~2,000 mi, complaint #1605369
    • "I PURCHASED MY 2019 FORD EXPLORER IN MARCH 2019. I HAVE NOW REPLACED ALL 4 HANKOOK TIRES. THE TIRES HAVE HAD CRACKS, TEARS, HOLES, AND WERE SHREDDING. EACH TIRE FAULTED AT DIFFERENT TIMES. I HAD A BLOW OUT ON THE HIGHWAY. HANKOOK WAS CONTACTED BY THE DEALERSHI…"~9,000 mi, complaint #1663897
    • "The contact owns a 2019 Ford Explorer equipped with Hankook Tires, Tire Line: Ventus S1 Noble 2, Tire Size: 255/50/R20, DOT Number: (Unavailable). The contact stated that the tread on all four tires were extremely low. The vehicle was taken to a tire shop wher…"~19,700 mi, complaint #1912424
  16. #16

    adas collision warning

    2 unsafe

    2
    incidents

    Mileage: suppressed (fewer than 10 mileage-bearing reports; n=3)

    • "The contact owns a 2019 Ford Explorer. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, several messages indicating that the hill descent control system, the ABS system, and road stability control system had failed were displayed. The contact stated that the failure h…"~36,066 mi, complaint #1887417
    • "The contact owns a 2019 Ford Explorer. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the Forward Collision Avoidance camera failed to function as intended. The contact stated that the Forward Collision Avoidance camera displayed a very blurry image…"~68,500 mi, complaint #2026447
  17. #17

    airbag system

    2 unsafe

    2
    incidents

    Mileage: suppressed (fewer than 10 mileage-bearing reports; n=0)

    • "Clip on horn cover that secures the driver air bag was coming apart, if not repaired may have caused an accident by inflating the air bag by a bump in the road or any other sensing that causes the air bag to engage, including honking the horn. on the interstat…"complaint #1816429
    • "Airbag light has come on, states second row passanger side airbag inflatable circuit (inflatable seatbelt). Just purchased vehicle two days ago. "complaint #1989812
  18. #18

    alignment and pull

    1 unsafe, 1 annoyance

    2
    incidents

    Mileage: suppressed (fewer than 10 mileage-bearing reports; n=0)

    • "Suspension issue causing premature inside tire wear which can be fatal, if not deadly. Multiple cases have been recorded and found among other owners for this same make and model yr. Even after parts replacement and 4 wheel alignment was completed. "complaint #2145244
    • "My ford dealer will not check 4 wheel alignment at no charge to me. I have two articles that it is mandatory to do a 4 wheel alignment after replacing the rear toe arms on my 2019 ford explorer."complaint #2190651
  19. #19

    backup camera

    1 unsafe, 1 annoyance

    2
    incidents

    Mileage: suppressed (fewer than 10 mileage-bearing reports; n=1)

    • "BACK UP CAMERA DOESN'T WORK ESPECIALLY NOT IN COLD. I CAN JUST START THE VEHICLE AND THE CAMERA WON'T WORK ONCE BUT IT HAS NOW BECOME AN ALL DAY THING"~4,533 mi, complaint #1638034
  20. #20

    battery and charging

    2 unsafe

    2
    incidents

    Mileage: suppressed (fewer than 10 mileage-bearing reports; n=1)

    • "The contact owns a 2019 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that there was water leaking into the headliner and sunroof. Additionally, the battery was leaking battery acid. The battery failure caused the contact's baby to be diagnosed with Intrauterine Growth Re…"~42,000 mi, complaint #1775655
  21. #21

    corrosion and rust

    2 unsafe

    2
    incidents

    Mileage: suppressed (fewer than 10 mileage-bearing reports; n=1)

    • "The contact owns a 2019 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that there was rust on the aluminum hood, which had bubbles and rust. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who stated that the hood needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufac…"~18,600 mi, complaint #1975668
  22. #22

    engine turbo supercharger

    1 unsafe, 1 annoyance

    2
    incidents

    Mileage: suppressed (fewer than 10 mileage-bearing reports; n=3)

    • "VERY LOUD NOISE FROM THE ENGINE WAS TOLD IT WAS THE SUPERCHARGER BUT IT SOUNDS LIKE A CONSTANT CLICKING. WE TOOK IT BACK AND DEALERSHIP TOLD US IT WAS FIXED. STILL MAKES A LOUD CLICKING WHEN DRIVING , MORE SO WHEN ACCELERATING. CALLED DEALERSHIP, THEY SAID TH…"~41,000 mi, complaint #1714056
    • "The contact owns a 2019 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while accelerating, the engine made a winding noise and hesitated before accelerating. The contact noticed white smoke coming from the rear end of the vehicle. The smoke was coming out of the exhau…"~56,000 mi, complaint #2070541
  23. #23

    fuel tank and lines

    2 stranded

    2
    incidents

    Mileage: suppressed (fewer than 10 mileage-bearing reports; n=4)

    • "ON MARCH 2ND 2019 FORD EXPLORER SPORT WITH 1,800 MILES WAS TOWED TO THOMASSEN FORD IN CHARLES TOWN WV LEAVING OWNER STRANDED. COMPLAINED OF STRONG FUEL/GASOLINE ODOR INSIDE THE VEHICLE. FUEL/GASOLINE WAS LEAKING BADLY OUT OF THE VEHICLE ONTO THE EXHAUST PIPE.…"~1,800 mi, complaint #1568030
    • "THIS CAR WILL NOT START AFTER BEING TURNED OFF AND LEFT FOR CERTAIN TIME. THE CAR CRANKS BUT WILL NOT START. THE BATTERY HAS BEEN CHECKED AND IS FUNCTIONING. THE CAR WAS TAKEN TO FORD DEALER AND FOUND THE GAS MODULE BAD. AFTER 4 MONTHS THE ISSUE HAS OCC…"~19,000 mi, complaint #1623505
  24. #24

    power windows and locks

    2 unsafe

    2
    incidents

    Mileage: suppressed (fewer than 10 mileage-bearing reports; n=0)

    • "I have had the key pad replaced 2 times because it melts at top. It has melted again Should it be recalled "complaint #1865733
    • "Drivers door will not lock. It will only lock if you push it down but doesn’t lock when taking off like it’s supposed to for safety. "complaint #1965984
  25. #25

    seat mechanism

    2 unsafe

    2
    incidents

    Mileage: suppressed (fewer than 10 mileage-bearing reports; n=1)

    • "FORD RECALL 19C07- { APPLIES TO VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ONE OR MORE MECHANICAL FRONT SEATS- POTENTIAL LACK OF SEAT RESTRAINT IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH}. I RECEIVED THIS NOTICE BY MAIL AND MADE AN APPOINTMENT FOR MY 2019 FORD EXPLORER AT 'GARY YEOMANS FORD PALM B…"~13,000 mi, complaint #1681773
  26. #26

    steering electric assist

    2 unsafe

    2
    incidents

    Mileage: suppressed (fewer than 10 mileage-bearing reports; n=1)

    • "The contact owns a 2019 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while his daughter was driving at approximately 25 mph, the steering wheel seized causing the vehicle to crash into a concrete brick mailbox. The air bags deployed. The contact stated that the driv…"~56,000 mi, complaint #1809539
  27. #27

    brake hydraulics

    1 unsafe

    1
    incident

    Mileage: suppressed (fewer than 10 mileage-bearing reports; n=1)

    • "THE BRAKE PEDAL IS NOT READILY ACCESSIBLE DUE TO CLEARANCE UNDER THE DASH. MY SIZE 12 FEET WILL NOT REACH THE PEDAL QUICKLY ENOUGH IN AN EMERGENCY."~2,500 mi, complaint #1602628
  28. #28

    catalytic converter

    1 unsafe

    1
    incident

    Mileage: suppressed (fewer than 10 mileage-bearing reports; n=0)

    • "The catalytic converters for the Ford Explorer Utility Police Interceptor fail prematurely, degrading the emissions from the vehicle and causing the vehicle to fail emissions testing. Although Ford has implemented a Customer Satisfaction Campaign 22M06, they d…"complaint #2154487
  29. #29

    control module

    1 unsafe

    1
    incident

    Mileage: suppressed (fewer than 10 mileage-bearing reports; n=0)

    • " OEM Ford Gen 4 SYNC 3 Nav APIM suddenly started sporadically functioning. Contacted Ford after viewing multiple recalls from previous years Ford vehicles with exact issue. After being told there was no recall on my 2019 Explorer, was given a quote of $170.00…"complaint #1933355
  30. #30

    engine head gasket

    1 unsafe

    1
    incident

    Mileage: suppressed (fewer than 10 mileage-bearing reports; n=0)

    • "Nov of 2023, overheated but no leak from engine was found and no antifreeze in radiator. TOOK to Mckie Ford they replaced the valve and noted thst there was antifreeze in the valve chamber and stated we needed a new engine. We purchased a new engine had it ins…"complaint #2061977
  31. #31

    infotainment head unit

    1 unsafe

    1
    incident

    Mileage: suppressed (fewer than 10 mileage-bearing reports; n=0)

    • "I have attempted multiple times to report Sync 3 screen issues with this vehicle. Began as intermittent issues. Screen would go off, get hung in reverse, unable to use touch screen, etc. Now, it is completely useless. Not able to use touch screen, not able to…"complaint #2116778
  32. #32

    key fob and immobilizer

    1 unsafe

    1
    incident

    Mileage: suppressed (fewer than 10 mileage-bearing reports; n=2)

    • "The contact owns a 2019 Ford Explorer. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V031000 (Structure) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount…"~19,000 mi, complaint #1993000
  33. #33

    mirror

    1 unsafe

    1
    incident

    Mileage: suppressed (fewer than 10 mileage-bearing reports; n=1)

    • "The contact owns a 2019 Ford Explorer. The contact stated on several occasions while the vehicle was parked or while driving at various speeds, the side mirrors failed to tilt left or right but tilted up and down. The contact manually moved the mirrors for pro…"~43,000 mi, complaint #2047277
  34. #34

    noise or vibration unspecified

    1 annoyance

    1
    incident

    Mileage: suppressed (fewer than 10 mileage-bearing reports; n=0)

    • "Remedy not available in timely manner. This came out in 2024. Issue should be fixed and parts available. I am experiencing the wind noice due to this. Manufacturer Recall Number 24S02 NHTSA Recall Number 24V031 Recall Status Recall Incomplete, remedy r yet av…"complaint #2180863
  35. #35

    seatbelt and pretensioner

    1 unsafe

    1
    incident

    Mileage: suppressed (fewer than 10 mileage-bearing reports; n=0)

    • "2nd row seat belt malfunctioned during when rear ended recently. Seat belt came unlatched on my niece throwing her towards the front passenger seat. Car has been totaled. Injury was to driver. "complaint #1862513
  36. #36

    throttle and pedal

    1 unsafe

    1
    incident

    Mileage: suppressed (fewer than 10 mileage-bearing reports; n=0)

    • "Accelerator stuck wide open while entering freeway. I also have a safety recall notice 24S02/NHTSA recall 24V031"complaint #2177358
  37. #37

    transfer case awd

    1 unsafe

    1
    incident

    Mileage: suppressed (fewer than 10 mileage-bearing reports; n=1)

    • "The contact owns a 2019 Ford Explorer. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle shuddered while shifting gears. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who informed the contact that the power transfer unit (PTU) needed to be replaced.…"~90,000 mi, complaint #1928682
  38. #38

    trunk or liftgate

    1 unsafe

    1
    incident

    Mileage: suppressed (fewer than 10 mileage-bearing reports; n=0)

    • "Water is entering the rear liftgate which fills up during a rain event. This can potentially create problems with the electrical components mounted inside of the liftgate. i.e. Power door release, Rear defog, third bake light, window wiper, rear tail lights.…"complaint #2082378
  39. #39

    wheel or rim

    1 unsafe

    1
    incident

    Mileage: suppressed (fewer than 10 mileage-bearing reports; n=1)

    • "WHILE DRIVING FROM VIRGINIA TO FLORIDA, TOWING SMALL U-HAUL TRAILER, WHEEL LUGS SHEARED OFF, CAUSING WHEEL TO COME OFF BELT ROLLING THE VEHICLE. VEHICLE IS BRAND NEW, I AM THE ONE AND ONLY OWNER FROM THE DEALERSHIP AND NEVER BEEN WORKED ON."~5,200 mi, complaint #1577962
  40. #40

    wiring harness

    1 unsafe

    1
    incident

    Mileage: suppressed (fewer than 10 mileage-bearing reports; n=1)

    • "The contact owns a 2019 Ford Explorer. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the contact noticed a burning odor. The contact stated that later when the vehicle was started, the back over prevention camera display was black. In addition, several unkn…"~75,000 mi, complaint #2056371

Recall-sized clusters

These are large batches of near-identical complaints (recall notifications, service campaigns), kept separate from the ranking above so they don't drown out individually-reported problems.

Not matched to any cluster below: every campaign NHTSA has on file for this exact make/model/year is 19V633000, 21V316000, 24V031000, 26V012000, 26V101000, 26V448000. This is a vehicle-wide list, not an attribution - see below for which clusters have a real, complainant-cited match.

NHTSA investigations

Search NHTSA's own recall and complaint database for FORD EXPLORER directly.