2019 Ford Flex Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2019 Ford Flex.
Worst 2019 Ford Flex Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Backup Camera
Structural Problems
Electrical Faults
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2019 Ford Flex.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Backup Camera | 80 | 1 | — | 54,101 mi | |
| Structural Problems | 22 | 2 | — | 55,784 mi | |
| Electrical Faults | 19 | — | — | 74,333 mi | |
| Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera | 16 | — | — | 49,000 mi | |
| Body Structure | 13 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention: Warnings | 11 | — | — | — | |
| Wipers & Visibility | 10 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention: Rearview System Braking | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 5 | — | — | 102,790 mi | |
| Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Airbags | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Engine & Cooling | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment:Electrical:Radio/Tape Deck/Cd Etc. | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Structure: Underride | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Structure:Body:Door:Hinge And Attachments | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Structure:Body:Hatchback/Liftgate | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Defects | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Sunroof/Moonroof | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 1 | — | — | — |
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Recalls for 2019 Ford Flex
4 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~1,544,395 vehicles.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Flex vehicles. The driver and front passenger B-Pillar door trim may detach while driving.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Flex, 2015 Explorer, Lincoln MKT, Lincoln MKZ, 2015-2016 C-Max, Escape, Taurus, 2016 Fusion, 2018-2019 Taurus, 2019 Lincoln MKT, Fiesta, and 2020 Mustang vehicles. The rearview camera may display a distorted, intermittent, or blank image when the vehicle is in reverse.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019 Flex, Fiesta, and Lincoln MKT vehicles. The rearview camera may intermittently display a blank or distorted image.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 Ford Edge, Lincoln MKX, 2019 Ford Flex, and Lincoln MKT vehicles. The power supply cables at the starter and the alternator may not have been properly secured, possibly resulting in an electrical arc.
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2019 Ford Flex — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2019 Ford Flex reliable?
What are common problems with the 2019 Ford Flex?
At what mileage do problems start on the 2019 Ford Flex?
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Does the 2019 Ford Flex have any recalls?
Should I buy a 2019 Ford Flex?
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full Ford Flex reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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