Recalls, complaints, and safety data from NHTSA
The 2019 Ford Explorer has 5 recalls, 277 complaints, and a 5-star overall safety rating from NHTSA.
5
Recalls
277
Complaints
★★★★★
Safety Rating
Data source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) · Last updated May 18, 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 ...
19V633000
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2020 F-150 and 2019-2020 F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 Super Duty pickup trucks, and 2018-2019 Fo...
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...
26V012000
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ENGINE BLOCK HEATER
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Focus, 2019 Explorer, and 2024 Explorer vehicles. The engine block heater may crack and devel...
26V101000
SUSPENSION:REAR
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Explorer vehicles. The rear suspension toe links may fracture.
Overall
★★★★★
Front Crash
★★★★★
Side Crash
★★★★★
Rollover
★★★★★
Rating for: 2019 Ford Explorer 4 DR SUV FWD
| Date ↓ | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 21, 2026 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTURE | While driving at highway speeds on the interstate, the B-pillar exterior trim suddenly detached from... |
| Apr 15, 2026 | STEERING,WHEELS,SERVICE BRAKES | Brakes, rotors, tires and now steering column and starting gear is needing replaced after recall of ... |
| Apr 14, 2026 | SEATS | The massage seat on the driver and passenger front seats malfunctioned. The drivers seat massage pil... |
| Apr 6, 2026 | POWER TRAIN | I brought my vehicle to Ford Motor Place in Webster Massachusetts to do two recalls, my car was driv... |
| Apr 6, 2026 | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,ENGINE | The contact owns a 2019 Ford Explorer. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer to be repaired unde... |
| Apr 2, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | Vehicle was stolen, sold, and relisted for sale. Open Recalls on vehicle. |
| Mar 30, 2026 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTURE | The B post on the driver side flew off while driving. This is has been an ongoing issue. Ford has fi... |
| Mar 29, 2026 | STRUCTURE | The a-pillar applique trim, which borders the left and right side of the front windshield of my 2019... |
| Mar 25, 2026 | SUSPENSION | My ford dealer will not check 4 wheel alignment at no charge to me. I have two articles that it is m... |
| Mar 17, 2026 | STRUCTURE | The contact owns a 2019 Ford Explorer. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 2... |
| Mar 13, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | I am writing to formally report an issue regarding Safety Recall 24S02 on my 2019 Ford Explorer, whi... |
| Mar 5, 2026 | STRUCTURE | The contact owns a 2019 Ford Explorer. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 2... |
| Mar 2, 2026 | STRUCTURE | Similar to NHTSA Recall Number 24V031, driver's "B-pillar" trim (top edge) has detached and loose, a... |
| Feb 22, 2026 | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | Vehicle fails to start intermittently. After having this happen on several occasions and waiting f... |
| Feb 20, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | Remedy not available in timely manner. This came out in 2024. Issue should be fixed and parts availa... |
| Feb 11, 2026 | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | Accelerator stuck wide open while entering freeway. I also have a safety recall notice 24S02/NHTSA ... |
| Feb 10, 2026 | STRUCTURE | B-pillar panels (both driver side and passenger, driver side has keyless entry). Panel could be come... |
| Feb 6, 2026 | STRUCTURE | The contact owns a 2019 Ford Explorer. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 2... |
| Jan 11, 2026 | SUSPENSION | See attached document for complaint. |
| Dec 7, 2025 | ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | Blown engine due to ecoboost fuel issues. Vehicle quit and shut off on highway. Multiple issues with... |