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2006 Ford Explorer Airbags Problems

Airbags complaints and recalls from NHTSA

Summary

The 2006 Ford Explorer has 5 NHTSA airbags complaints and 0 airbags-related recalls.

Problem Areas for the 2006 Ford Explorer

Powertrain
279
Engine
185
Brakes
32
Other
26
Electrical
21
Speed Control
17
Fuel System
17
Visibility
12
Steering
9
Seats
7
Seat Belts
6
Wheels
6
Airbags
5
Suspension
5
Structure
4
Tires
3

5

Complaints

0

Recalls

0

Injuries Reported

Data source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) · Last updated April 9, 2026

All Airbags Complaints

Date ↓ComponentSummary
Nov 29, 2018AIR BAGSMY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. I STOPPED TO HAVE THE PARTS STORE GET THE CODES IT WAS THROWING OUT. ...
Jun 3, 2016AIR BAGS,SEATSTL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 FORD EXPLORER. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED, THE PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG ...
Feb 15, 2015AIR BAGSTHE DASHBOARD ON THE PASSENGER SIDE IS STARTING TO MELT -VERY STICKY TO TOUCH.
Feb 9, 2015AIR BAGSNHTSA CASE # [XXX] JUST KNOW I REALIZE WHAT IS THE PROBLEM; IT IS RELATED WITH WEATHER TEMPERATURE....
Dec 20, 2013AIR BAGSAT START UP IN COLD WEATHER THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT GLOWED ON DASH AND STAYED ON UNTIL NEXT START ...

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