Worst 2019 Ford Explorer Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Structural Problems
Body Structure
Transmission / Drivetrain
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2019 Ford Explorer.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Structural Problems | 98 | — | — | 67,863 mi | |
| Body Structure | 38 | — | — | 11,024 mi | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 29 | — | — | 76,833 mi | |
| Engine Problems | 18 | — | — | 30,110 mi | |
| Fuel System | 13 | — | — | 4,250 mi | |
| Electrical Faults | 11 | — | — | 33,694 mi | |
| Suspension Failures | 8 | — | — | 61,024 mi | |
| Electrical System:Horn | 7 | — | — | 55,200 mi | |
| Steering Defects | 7 | 1 | — | 28,900 mi | |
| Engine & Cooling | 6 | — | — | 77,000 mi | |
| Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Torque Converter | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Wipers & Visibility | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Airbags | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Brakes | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Defects | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility:Windshield:Critical Fasteners | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Ignition | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Sensing System: Camera | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline Fuel System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel Pump | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel Injection System:Injectors | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Control Module (Tcm/Pcm/Tecm) | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip:Abs Warning Light | 1 | — | — | — |
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Recalls for 2019 Ford Explorer
5 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~3,560,391 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 2016-2018 Focus, 2019 Explorer, and 2024 Explorer 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 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 2018-2020 F-150 and 2019-2020 F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 Super Duty pickup trucks, and 2018-2019 Ford Explorer, 2019-2020 Expedition, and 2020 Escape vehicles equipped with driver and/or passenger's manual front seat back recliner mechanisms. Also included are certain 2020 Ford Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles equipped with rear outboard seats and manual seat back recliner mechanisms. The recliner mechanisms may be missing the third pawl required for seat back strength, resulting in a loose seat back. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 202, "Head Restraints" and 207, "Seating Systems."
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2019 Ford Explorer — FAQ
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Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
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