Structure complaints and recalls from NHTSA
Summary
The 2012 Ford Explorer has 123 NHTSA structure complaints and 2 structure-related recalls.
123
Complaints
2
Recalls
1
Injuries Reported
Data source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) · Last updated April 9, 2026
15V171000
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Explorer vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the interior door handle return spri...
24V031000
STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2011-2019 Explorer vehicles. The A-pillar trim retention clips may not be properly engaged, allowing t...
| Date ↓ | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 28, 2026 | STRUCTURE | The contact owns a 2012 Ford Explorer. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 2... |
| Aug 23, 2025 | STRUCTURE | Trunk liftgate isn't operating. Cannot open up the trunk. Interior driver sides armrest stitching is... |
| Jul 17, 2025 | STRUCTURE | The contact owns a 2012 Ford Explorer. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 2... |
| Jun 23, 2025 | STRUCTURE | Jan 19,2024 Manufacturer Recall Number24S02 NHTSA Recall Number24V031 Recall StatusRecall Incomplete... |
| Jun 15, 2025 | STRUCTURE | The contact owns a 2012 Ford Explorer. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 2... |
| Jun 1, 2025 | STRUCTURE | The contact owns a 2012 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while driving at 55 MPH, the A-pillar... |
| Apr 28, 2025 | STRUCTURE | The contact owns a 2012 Ford Explorer. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the... |
| Apr 11, 2025 | STRUCTURE | The contact owns a 2012 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed... |
| Apr 9, 2025 | STRUCTURE | The contact owns a 2012 Ford Explorer. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 2... |
| Mar 12, 2025 | STRUCTURE | The contact owns a 2012 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed... |
| Feb 28, 2025 | STRUCTURE | The contact owns a 2012 Ford Explorer. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 2... |
| Feb 26, 2025 | STRUCTURE | See attached document for complaint. |
| Feb 22, 2025 | STRUCTURE | The contact owns a 2012 Ford Explorer. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign number: 2... |
| Feb 11, 2025 | STRUCTURE | The contact owns a 2012 Ford Explorer. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the... |
| Feb 6, 2025 | STRUCTURE | The contact owns a 2012 Ford Explorer. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 2... |
| Dec 15, 2024 | STRUCTURE | The contact owns a 2012 Ford Explorer. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 2... |
| Dec 9, 2024 | STRUCTURE | The contact owns a 2012 Ford Explorer. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 2... |
| Nov 28, 2024 | STRUCTURE | The contact owns a 2012 Ford Explorer. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH on the interstate, th... |
| Nov 4, 2024 | STRUCTURE | The contact owns a 2012 Ford Explorer. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 2... |
| Sep 24, 2024 | STRUCTURE | The contact owns a 2012 Ford Explorer. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the... |