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2012 Ford explorer Other Problems

Other complaints and recalls from NHTSA

Summary

The 2012 Ford explorer has 105 NHTSA other complaints and 0 other-related recalls.

Problem Areas for the 2012 Ford explorer

Steering
352
Structure
123
Other
105
Engine
59
Powertrain
42
Electrical
34
Airbags
21
Visibility
19
Suspension
14
Brakes
12
Seat Belts
9
Speed Control
8
Fuel System
7
Wheels
3

105

Complaints

0

Recalls

6

Injuries Reported

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

All Other Complaints

Date ↓ComponentSummary
Oct 10, 2025UNKNOWN OR OTHER,BACK OVER PREVENTIONThe rear back up camera is now displaying a message to contact dealership. It freezes up and stops w...
Sep 4, 2025UNKNOWN OR OTHER,BACK OVER PREVENTIONMy back-up camera has flipped images so the left appears on the right and the right appears on the l...
Aug 31, 2025TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM,ENGINEThe contact owns a 2012 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 MPH, t...
Jun 4, 2025UNKNOWN OR OTHER,VISIBILITY/WIPERI started receiving recall information on or before February 2024 for this recall. I finally took it...
Jun 1, 2025BACK OVER PREVENTIONThe contact owns a 2012 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while reversing, the rearview camera ...
Apr 18, 2025UNKNOWN OR OTHERRecall A-pilars were removed creating unsafe driving conditions. Parts were flying off vehicle while...
Nov 16, 2024UNKNOWN OR OTHERI own a 2012 Ford Explorer involved in recall 23S02 / NHTSA 24V031. The notice I received is dated F...
Oct 7, 2024UNKNOWN OR OTHERRecall for A-pillar applique trim clip attachment. I have called local dealership and was told that ...
May 15, 2024BACK OVER PREVENTIONFaulty rear view camera. Says contact the dealership on the message.
Apr 29, 2024UNKNOWN OR OTHERDriving vehicle with my 15 year old daughter, noticed a smell in cabin, we both started feeling stra...
Feb 1, 2024UNKNOWN OR OTHERRecall 24V031 has not been fixed. I got my recall notice from Ford with regards to the A-pillar appl...
Jun 21, 2023UNKNOWN OR OTHERWhen backing up the the dash board (camera) screen is crossed. Items that appear on the right shows...
Mar 1, 2023UNKNOWN OR OTHERMy rear backup camera isn't working all the time. I feel this is a huge safety issue and needs to be...
Jan 31, 2023UNKNOWN OR OTHER,VISIBILITY/WIPERWindow trim pieces have fallen off 3x. We have had them replaced multiple times. Once, the trim piec...
Jan 14, 2023UNKNOWN OR OTHERFront left windshield assembly came off while I was driving down the highway.
Jul 30, 2022UNKNOWN OR OTHERPower Steering stopped working. EPS Fault. Seems like it should be a safety recall issue, but it's...
Jul 23, 2022UNKNOWN OR OTHERWhen I drive especially on roads with normal speed limits gas like smell or carbon monoxide smell c...
Mar 2, 2022BACK OVER PREVENTIONDisplay failure due to ACM and APIM module failure. Vehicle left without backup camera, no phone con...
Oct 21, 2021UNKNOWN OR OTHERWhile driving 2 hours from home, service power steering light came on, steering became impossible to...
Jul 5, 2021UNKNOWN OR OTHERFord Sync screen goes black and stays black. You cannot control rear air such as heat and or a/c. Wi...

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