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2021 Ford explorer Brakes Problems

Brakes complaints and recalls from NHTSA

Summary

The 2021 Ford explorer has 15 NHTSA brakes complaints and 0 brakes-related recalls.

Problem Areas for the 2021 Ford explorer

Other
101
Powertrain
96
Electrical
31
Engine
29
Visibility
21
Structure
19
Brakes
15
Suspension
13
Seats
9
Fuel System
7
Speed Control
7
Lights
6
Airbags
5
Steering
5

15

Complaints

0

Recalls

0

Injuries Reported

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

All Brakes Complaints

Date ↓ComponentSummary
Dec 19, 2025SERVICE BRAKESWhile applying brakes coming to a stop light, the vehicle gave a message stating service brakes. Th...
Jul 24, 2025SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULICThe contact owns a 2021 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while her husband was driving at an u...
Aug 24, 2024SERVICE BRAKESHi, i am concerned about the safety of my vehicle. i brought it to the attention of ford motor compa...
Jul 27, 2024SERVICE BRAKESPart 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-675 The recall that is has been applied causes safety issues with ...
May 22, 2024SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCEAll of the ADAS along with the brakes of my vehicle fail. The dealership failed to inform me of the ...
Apr 9, 2024SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEMThe recall to replace the rear axle bolt was completed and new boil installed. They left the automa...
Nov 20, 2023SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCEI haven’t been problem with the parking !When I set the packing bottoms it’s turns automatically int...
Nov 20, 2023SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCEI already having problem with the parking !When I set the packing bottoms it's turns automatically ...
Oct 9, 2023SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINEThe contact owned a 2021 Ford Explorer. The contact stated while driving approximately 25 MPH he dep...
Jul 1, 2023SERVICE BRAKESOn July 1, 2023, I had the vehicle parked on an incline with a trailer attached to the vehicle. The ...
Jun 26, 2023SERVICE BRAKESI had a reputable after market brake system installed on my 2021 Ford Explorer ST at Holman Ford in ...
Mar 28, 2023SERVICE BRAKES, AIRThe contact owns a 2021 Ford Explorer. The contact stated while driving 30 MPH and attempting to slo...
Feb 20, 2023SERVICE BRAKESloud popping metal sound from rear brakes as vehicle starts to move Ford has been contacted and re...
Oct 28, 2022PARKING BRAKEThe contact owns a 2021 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that he recently had a manufacturer recall...
Jun 5, 2021SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULICVibration: First use of the day, at about 35 MPH vehicle exhibits vibration throughout, especially ...

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