Structure complaints and recalls from NHTSA
Summary
The 2018 Ford Explorer has 259 NHTSA structure complaints and 2 structure-related recalls.
259
Complaints
2
Recalls
0
Injuries Reported
Data source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) · Last updated April 9, 2026
21V316000
STRUCTURE:BODY
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Explorer vehicles. The retention pins could loosen and allow the roof rail covers to detach ...
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 20, 2026 | STRUCTURE | While driving at an undisclosed speed, I noticed an abnormal buzzing sound coming from the windshiel... |
| Feb 1, 2026 | STRUCTURE | The contact owns a 2018 Ford Explorer. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 2... |
| Jan 20, 2026 | STRUCTURE | The contact owns a 2018 Ford Explorer. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 2... |
| Jan 13, 2026 | STRUCTURE | The contact owns a 2018 Ford Explorer. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 2... |
| Dec 29, 2025 | STRUCTURE | The contact owns a 2018 Ford Explorer. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 2... |
| Dec 24, 2025 | STRUCTURE | See attached document for complaint. I am in receipt of your multiple Important Safety Recall notic... |
| Dec 23, 2025 | STRUCTURE | My VIN was removed for the A Pillar recall. I received no notice as to why and my car was inspected... |
| Dec 22, 2025 | STRUCTURE | The contact owns a 2018 Ford Explorer. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 2... |
| Dec 18, 2025 | STRUCTURE | The contact owns a 2018 Ford Explorer. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 2... |
| Dec 9, 2025 | STRUCTURE | The contact owns a 2018 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while her son was driving over a brid... |
| Nov 28, 2025 | STRUCTURE | The contact owns a 2018 Ford Explorer. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 2... |
| Oct 31, 2025 | STRUCTURE | The contact owns a 2018 Ford Explorer. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 2... |
| Oct 19, 2025 | STRUCTURE | The contact owns a 2018 Ford Explorer. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign number: 2... |
| Oct 15, 2025 | STRUCTURE | The contact owns a 2018 Ford Explorer. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 2... |
| Oct 14, 2025 | STRUCTURE | The contact owns a 2018 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while driving approximately 50 MPH, t... |
| Oct 1, 2025 | STRUCTURE | 1 year ago, the exterior pillar trim detached on the 202 Highway in Mesa, Arizona while I was drivig... |
| Sep 18, 2025 | STRUCTURE | The contact owns a 2018 Ford Explorer. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 2... |
| Sep 14, 2025 | STRUCTURE | This recall has been 1.5 years and still does t have a remedy by Ford? Part was checked by Ford dea... |
| Aug 24, 2025 | STRUCTURE | See attached document for complaint. I am writing to express my concern with the February 2024 reca... |
| Aug 21, 2025 | STRUCTURE | The contact owns a 2018 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while his wife was driving 65 MPH, th... |