Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 07/12/2026
Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint & recall data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.
The most-reported problem — Structure (35.5% of complaints) — is covered by 2 NHTSA recall campaigns.
Structure complaints here are 8.4× the median for that category across the 1176 model-years tracked on this site.
| Complaint category | Reports | Official status | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Structure | 100 · 35.5% | Recalled | Recall 21V316000 · Recall 24V031000 |
| Structure:body | 40 · 14.2% | Recalled | Recall 21V316000 · Recall 24V031000 |
| Power Train | 30 · 10.6% | not available | — |
| Engine | 18 · 6.4% | not available | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 14 · 5% | not available | — |
| Electrical System | 12 · 4.3% | not available | — |
Recalled = an NHTSA safety recall covers this category, so a free repair exists. Under investigation = NHTSA has an open probe but no recall yet. Investigation closed = NHTSA examined it and closed the probe — this is not a defect finding; where a closed probe led to a recall we name the campaign. Not available = recall or investigation data could not be confirmed for this vehicle — it is not a “no”. Categories are matched by NHTSA's top-level component. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Percentages are the share of the 282 complaints citing each component; one complaint can cite several components. “Unspecified / other” is NHTSA’s own catch-all category — we show it rather than hide it.
NHTSA campaign 21V316000 · 2021 · reported 05/05/2021
A detached roof rail cover can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
NHTSA campaign 19V633000 · 2019 · reported 08/28/2019
A seat back with an improperly assembled recliner mechanism may have reduced strength and may not adequately restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
NHTSA campaign 24V031000 · 2024 · reported 01/19/2024
A detached trim piece can fall off the vehicle, becoming a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
NHTSA campaign 26V012000 · 2026 · reported 01/15/2026
An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
NHTSA campaign 26V101000 · 2026 · reported 02/20/2026
A rear toe link fracture can result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
Park it Park outside Specimen badges — shown on a recall card only when NHTSA sets the flag. None of the campaigns above carries either flag. Always check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
“The contact owns a 2019 Ford Explorer. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the A-pillar trim on the passengerâs side windshield started to detach…”NHTSA complaint 11591387 — filed 05/29/2024 · STRUCTURE
“The contact owns a 2019 Ford Explorer. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V031000 (Structure) however, the part to do the recall repair…”NHTSA complaint 11589773 — filed 05/20/2024 · STRUCTURE
“The contact owns a 2019 Ford Explorer. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V031000 (Structure) however, the part to do the recall repair…”NHTSA complaint 11588393 — filed 05/13/2024 · STRUCTURE
Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.
Structure issues are the most-reported category, cited in 100 of 282 NHTSA complaints (35.5%), followed by unspecified/other issues (44), structure:body (40), power train (30). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
282 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/12/2026. Of those, 2 involved a crash, 0 involved a fire, and 6 reported injuries. No deaths were reported.
Yes — 5 NHTSA safety recall campaigns, including campaign 21V316000. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Recall or investigation data is partly unavailable for this vehicle right now — check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the authoritative answer.
No. Complaints are reports submitted by consumers to NHTSA. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints, and a complaint is not proof that a defect exists.
