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2019 Ford Explorer Reliability & Recall Report

Based on 5 NHTSA recalls and 280 owner complaints. All data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — free, no signup required.

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This is one of the better years for the Ford Explorer

The 2019 model year shows below-average complaints compared to other years of this model — a good sign for reliability.

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56/100

Use Caution — 2019 Ford Explorer

The 2019 Ford Explorer has elevated complaints or recalls that warrant careful consideration. Have any open recalls resolved before purchase and inspect the vehicle thoroughly.

5
NHTSA Recalls
5 recalls on record
280
Owner Complaints
Filed with NHTSA
2
Crashes + Injuries
In NHTSA complaints

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NHTSA Recalls — 2019 Ford Explorer (5)

All recalls listed below must be repaired by an authorized Ford dealer at no charge to the owner.

🔧 Unknown Component
NHTSA #21V316000
🔧 Unknown Component
NHTSA #19V633000
🔧 Unknown Component
NHTSA #24V031000
🔧 Unknown Component
NHTSA #26V012000
🔧 Unknown Component
NHTSA #26V101000
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Most Common Problems — 2019 Ford Explorer

Based on 280 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Bars show relative complaint frequency.

Structure
136
Unknown Or Other
36
Power Train
32
Electrical System
17
Engine
11
Steering
8
Suspension
8
Fuel/propulsion System
7
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Ford Explorer — Complaints by Year

Spike in a year = known problem year. The 2019 model year is highlighted.

2013 2,213 complaints 2014 1,665 complaints 2015 1,728 complaints 2016 2,409 complaints 2017 1,646 complaints 2018 696 complaints 2019 280 complaints 2020 1,136 complaints 2021 383 complaints 2022 233 complaints 2023 94 complaints

⚠ Years to avoid: 2013, 2016 — These model years show significantly elevated complaint activity.

✅ Best model years: 2019, 2021, 2022 — Lowest complaint rates for this model.

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Frequently Asked Questions — 2019 Ford Explorer

Is the 2019 Ford Explorer reliable?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2019 Ford Explorer has 5 recalls and 280 owner complaints. This model year shows elevated issues — consider alternatives or a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How many recalls does the 2019 Ford Explorer have?
The 2019 Ford Explorer has 5 NHTSA recalls. Affected systems include: see recall details above. All recalls are repaired free at authorized dealers.
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Ford Explorer?
The most commonly reported problems for the 2019 Ford Explorer are: Structure, Unknown Or Other, Power Train, Electrical System. See the complaint breakdown above for full details.
Is the 2019 Ford Explorer safe to buy?
The 2019 Ford Explorer has some safety and reliability items to review before buying. Ensure all 5 recalls are completed at a dealer. A pre-purchase inspection by an independent mechanic is strongly recommended.
What year Ford Explorer should I buy?
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the best years for the Ford Explorer are: 2019, 2021, 2022. These show the lowest complaint rates. Years to avoid: 2013, 2016.
Data source: All recall and complaint data is sourced directly from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public API. Data is cached and refreshed every 7 days. Recall and complaint counts reflect data available at the time of last cache update. For the most current recall status on a specific vehicle, enter the VIN above or visit NHTSA.gov/recalls.