2019 Ford Flex Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2019 Ford Flex.

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Complaints
246
Crashes
6
Fires
0
Injuries
3
Fatalities
Recalls
4

Worst 2019 Ford Flex Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#180 complaints

Backup Camera

Avg mileage:54,101 mi
Crash-related:1
#222 complaints

Structural Problems

Avg mileage:55,784 mi
Crash-related:2
#319 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:74,333 mi
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2019 Ford Flex.

Backup Camera
80
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
54,101
Structural Problems
22
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
55,784
Electrical Faults
19
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
74,333
Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera
16
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
49,000
Body Structure
13
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention: Warnings
11
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
10
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention: Rearview System Braking
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
102,790
Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine Problems
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Airbags
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine & Cooling
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Transmission / Drivetrain
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Equipment:Electrical:Radio/Tape Deck/Cd Etc.
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structure: Underride
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structure:Body:Door:Hinge And Attachments
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Structure:Body:Hatchback/Liftgate
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tire Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Sunroof/Moonroof
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2019 Ford Flex

4 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~1,544,395 vehicles.

25V732000Body Structure
~64,938 affected

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Flex vehicles. The driver and front passenger B-Pillar door trim may detach while driving.

25V695000Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera
~1,448,655 affected

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.

24V951000Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera
~30,715 affected

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.

18V548000Electrical System:starter Assembly · Electrical System:alternator/generator/regulator
~87 affected

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?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2019 Ford Flex has 246 NHTSA complaints, 6 crash-related, and 4 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Backup Camera with 80 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2019 Ford Flex?
Top reported problems: Backup Camera (80 complaints, avg 54,101 mi); Structural Problems (22 complaints, avg 55,784 mi); Electrical Faults (19 complaints, avg 74,333 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 2019 Ford Flex?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 58,208 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2019 Ford Flex?
NHTSA complaints for the 2019 Ford Flex include 6 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 3 injuries, and 0 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 2019 Ford Flex have any recalls?
Yes — 4 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 1,544,395 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2019 Ford Flex?
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 Flex reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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