2021 Ford Explorer Hybrid Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2021 Ford Explorer Hybrid recalls

Most common 2021 Ford Explorer Hybrid problems

Problem areas named in the 7 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Power Train	2
Unknown Or Other	2
Structure	1
Steering	1
Wheels	1
Electrical System	1
Air Bags	1
Seat Belts	1
Fuel/Propulsion System	1

What owners report

2026-09-10, Fuel/Propulsion System
I am filing this complaint to report an unreasonable and hazardous delay by the manufacturer regarding NHTSA Campaign 25V455000 (Ford Recall 25S75) for a low-pressure fuel pump defect. As the original owner of a 2021 Ford Explorer Platinum Hybrid, I received notice of this critical safety recall 14 months ago. The defect causes a sudden, unpredictable engine stall while driving, creating an immediate highway collision hazard. Despite the passage of well over a year, Ford has failed to provide a remedy, engineer a fix, or make replacement parts available to dealerships. I am being forced to drive an inherently dangerous vehicle daily without a resolution timeline. Ford has failed to execute t

2026-09-02, Unknown Or Other
While taking groceries out of the back of the SUV, the hatchback closed without a sound warning and hit the top of my head causing a concussion and neck injury.

2026-08-02, Air Bags
On July 8, 2026, I was traveling westbound on Highway 7 when another vehicle pulled right out in front of me from southbound Orchard Road, attempting to cross the highway. We collided and I struck the other vehicle at a 45° angle. My seatbelt was buckled. The impact caused me to be thrown forward into the windshield which I broke with my skull. I suffered a broken neck. The seatbelt did not operate properly to keep me secure in the seat. There's no way I should've struck the windshield if the seatbelt would've worked. Not only did the shoulder belt not work, but the lap belt did not work either because I came up and out of the seat. Also, the airbag did not prevent me from striking the wind

2023-11-24, Electrical System
The contact owns a 2021 Ford Explorer Hybrid. The contact stated that after restarting the vehicle, there was a burning odor present. The message "Pull Over Possible Powertrain Damage" was displayed. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer who determined that the high voltage junction box had overheated and was burned. The high voltage junction box and high voltage junction box wiring harness were replaced, and the vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and indicated that the VIN was not included in the NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V626000 (Electrical System). The contact stated that the vehicle had experienced the failure listed in the recall. The failure mileage w

2023-11-20, Power Train
A Police Officer's Ford Explorer Interceptor Hybrid SUV while driving had a vehicle malfunction where the rear wheels began to wobble/vibrate and while driving in a straight line with front wheels facing straight caused the vehicle to fishtail out of the control (loss of control to the rear wheels) and slam into a tree at approximately 50mph injuring the officer. Officer's injuries were broken left leg and two knee fractures. Upon further research, this incident may have been caused by the "rear bolt" fracture issue Ford is having with these specific Ford Explorers. This specific vehicle is under recall per the VIN. The Officer's safety was put at risk because the vehicle was most likely n

2021 Ford Explorer Hybrid questions

Does the 2021 Ford Explorer Hybrid have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2021 Ford Explorer Hybrid: Driveshaft Can Detach, Risking Rollaway in Park. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2021 Ford Explorer Hybrid?

Based on 7 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (2), Unknown Or Other (2), Structure (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2021 Ford Explorer Hybrid has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.