Worst 2018 Ford Explorer Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
STRUCTURE
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
STRUCTURE:BODY
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Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2018 Ford Explorer.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| STRUCTURE | 169 | — | — | 67,501 mi | |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 155 | 1 | 1 | 14,609 mi | |
| STRUCTURE:BODY | 94 | 3 | — | 34,502 mi | |
| ENGINE | 88 | 3 | 2 | 47,848 mi | |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 50 | 2 | 2 | 41,292 mi | |
| POWER TRAIN | 39 | — | — | 81,618 mi | |
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 18 | 1 | 1 | 13,426 mi | |
| SUSPENSION | 18 | 2 | — | 64,723 mi | |
| STEERING | 16 | 1 | — | 27,642 mi | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 15 | — | — | 85,542 mi | |
| VISIBILITY/WIPER | 15 | — | — | 7,040 mi | |
| BACK OVER PREVENTION | 13 | — | — | 63,707 mi | |
| AIR BAGS | 9 | 2 | — | 30,430 mi | |
| SERVICE BRAKES | 8 | 2 | — | 3,759 mi | |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 8 | 1 | — | 17,375 mi | |
| WHEELS | 8 | — | — | 20,860 mi | |
| BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA | 7 | — | — | 37,400 mi | |
| SEATS | 7 | 1 | — | 9,850 mi | |
| STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS | 7 | — | — | 45,333 mi | |
| TIRES | 7 | — | — | 18,892 mi | |
| SEAT BELTS | 6 | 1 | — | 15,400 mi | |
| BACK OVER PREVENTION: REARVIEW SYSTEM BRAKING | 4 | — | — | — | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM | 4 | — | 1 | 6,380 mi | |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 4 | — | — | 113,000 mi | |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 3 | — | — | 40,000 mi | |
| STRUCTURE:INTERIOR PANELS:DASHBOARD | 3 | — | — | 36,667 mi | |
| VISIBILITY | 3 | — | — | 63,500 mi | |
| VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD | 3 | — | — | 67,544 mi | |
| VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD:CRITICAL FASTENERS | 3 | — | — | 80,000 mi | |
| BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS | 2 | — | — | — |
Recalls for 2018 Ford Explorer
16 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~10,318,967 vehicles.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Explorer vehicles. The rear suspension toe links may fracture.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Explorer vehicles. The rear suspension toe links may fracture.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Lincoln MKC, 2016-2023 Explorer, 2019-2020 Fusion, 2019-2024 Ranger, 2020-2022 Lincoln Corsair, Escape, 2021-2024 Bronco, Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. The engine block heater may crack and develop a coolant leak, causing it to short circuit when the block heater is plugged in.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Lincoln MKC, 2016-2023 Explorer, 2019-2020 Fusion, 2019-2024 Ranger, 2020-2022 Lincoln Corsair, Escape, 2021-2024 Bronco, Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. The engine block heater may crack and develop a coolant leak, causing it to short circuit when the block heater is plugged in.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2011-2019 Explorer vehicles. The A-pillar trim retention clips may not be properly engaged, allowing the trim to detach.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2011-2019 Explorer vehicles. The A-pillar trim retention clips may not be properly engaged, allowing the trim to detach.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Explorer vehicles. The retention pins could loosen and allow the roof rail covers to detach from the vehicle.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Explorer vehicles. The retention pins could loosen and allow the roof rail covers to detach from the vehicle.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Explorer vehicles. The retention pins could loosen and allow the roof rail covers to detach from the vehicle.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Explorer vehicles. The retention pins could loosen and allow the roof rail covers to detach from the vehicle.
+ 6 more recalls
Other Ford Explorer Years
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