Complaints
848
Crashes
54
Fires
84
Injuries
65
Fatalities
4
Recalls
0
Worst 1992 Ford Explorer Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
#171 complaints
Tires:Tread/Belt
Avg mileage:132,754 mi
Crash-related:8
#262 complaints
Tire Defects
Avg mileage:37,562 mi
Crash-related:11
Fires:2
#341 complaints
Automatic Transmission
Avg mileage:153,000 mi
Fires:4
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 1992 Ford Explorer.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tires:Tread/Belt | 71 | 8 | — | 132,754 mi | |
| Tire Defects | 62 | 11 | 2 | 37,562 mi | |
| Automatic Transmission | 41 | — | 4 | 153,000 mi | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip | 41 | 11 | 2 | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine | 38 | — | 3 | 103,000 mi | |
| Suspension:Front | 34 | 1 | — | 130,000 mi | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline | 21 | — | 6 | — | |
| Structure:Body:Hatchback/Liftgate:Support Device/Strut | 20 | — | — | — | |
| Manual Transmission | 19 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 19 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Rotor | 18 | — | 2 | — | |
| Sunroof/Moonroof | 18 | 1 | — | — | |
| Equipment:Mechanical:Carrier/Rack | 17 | — | — | — | |
| Structure:Body:Door | 17 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components | 15 | 3 | — | — | |
| Brake Master Cylinder | 15 | 2 | — | — | |
| Seat Belts:Front:Buckle Assembly | 14 | — | — | 120,000 mi | |
| Visibility:Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System | 12 | — | 9 | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 11 | 1 | — | 70,000 mi | |
| Seats:Front Assembly:Recliner | 10 | 3 | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 10 | 2 | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Ignition:Switch | 9 | — | 6 | 62,000 mi | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Pads | 9 | — | 1 | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings | 9 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 8 | — | 7 | 123,884 mi | |
| Electrical System:Wiring:Interior/Under Dash | 8 | — | 5 | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Caliper | 8 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System:Radiator Assembly | 7 | — | 1 | — | |
| Electrical System:Starter Assembly | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment:Appliance:Air Conditioner | 6 | — | 1 | — |
Tires:Tread/Belt
71
complaints
Crashes
8
Fires
—
Avg Miles
132,754
Tire Defects
62
complaints
Crashes
11
Fires
2
Avg Miles
37,562
Automatic Transmission
41
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
4
Avg Miles
153,000
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
41
complaints
Crashes
11
Fires
2
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
38
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
3
Avg Miles
103,000
Suspension:Front
34
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
130,000
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline
21
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
6
Avg Miles
—
Structure:Body:Hatchback/Liftgate:Support Device/Strut
20
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Manual Transmission
19
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Suspension Failures
19
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Rotor
18
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
2
Avg Miles
—
Sunroof/Moonroof
18
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Equipment:Mechanical:Carrier/Rack
17
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Structure:Body:Door
17
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components
15
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Brake Master Cylinder
15
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat Belts:Front:Buckle Assembly
14
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
120,000
Visibility:Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System
12
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
9
Avg Miles
—
Seat-Related Issues
11
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
70,000
Seats:Front Assembly:Recliner
10
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Unintended Acceleration
10
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Ignition:Switch
9
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
6
Avg Miles
62,000
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Pads
9
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
9
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical Faults
8
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
7
Avg Miles
123,884
Electrical System:Wiring:Interior/Under Dash
8
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
5
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Caliper
8
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System:Radiator Assembly
7
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Starter Assembly
6
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Equipment:Appliance:Air Conditioner
6
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
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1992 Ford Explorer — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 1992 Ford Explorer reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 1992 Ford Explorer has 848 NHTSA complaints, 54 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Tires:Tread/Belt with 71 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 1992 Ford Explorer?
Top reported problems: Tires:Tread/Belt (71 complaints, avg 132,754 mi); Tire Defects (62 complaints, avg 37,562 mi); Automatic Transmission (41 complaints, avg 153,000 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 1992 Ford Explorer?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 105,418 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 1992 Ford Explorer?
NHTSA complaints for the 1992 Ford Explorer include 54 crash-related reports, 84 fire reports, 65 injuries, and 4 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 1992 Ford Explorer have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 1992 Ford Explorer as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 1992 Ford Explorer?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full Ford Explorer reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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