2021 Ford Explorer Electrical System Problems
NHTSA component category: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · data through 07/12/2026
Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.
How electrical system ranks on this vehicle
Share of the 395 complaints citing each category; one complaint can cite several. Full breakdown on the 2021 Ford Explorer overview page.
What owners report
“I bought a new Ford Explorer XLT in 2021. I was driving with my kids on highway 101 at 70mph on 08/13/2023, wrench symbol came…”NHTSA complaint 11538462 — filed 08/14/2023
“When starting the car, the digital screen either turns to blue or black as non-functional. The radio is not able to operate during this time…”NHTSA complaint 11536765 — filed 08/06/2023
“Every 6 months, the rear cameras, cross traffic sensors and blind spot warning go out and completely stop functioning. I take it to the dealer…”NHTSA complaint 11533856 — filed 07/22/2023
Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.
Electrical System complaints by year filed
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2021 Ford Explorer have electrical system problems?
Electrical System is the #4 most-reported problem area on the 2021 Ford Explorer: 38 of 395 complaints on file (9.6%). Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects.
How many complaints does the 2021 Ford Explorer have in total?
395 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/12/2026. Across all categories, 13 involved a crash, 5 involved a fire, 15 reported injuries, and none reported deaths.
What does NHTSA's electrical system category include?
NHTSA assigns each complaint to standard component categories; this page reports the ELECTRICAL SYSTEM category exactly as NHTSA defines and records it.
