CarRecallWatchThe 1992 Ford Explorer has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 633 complaints with NHTSA, including 47 crashes, 63 fires, 57 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Tires (142 reports).
1992 Ford Explorer recalls
Most common 1992 Ford Explorer problems
Problem areas named in the 633 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Tires | 142 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 138 |
| Power Train | 91 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 81 |
| Structure | 68 |
| Suspension | 63 |
| Electrical System | 53 |
| Visibility | 48 |
| Seat Belts | 27 |
| Steering | 25 |
What owners report
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1992 FORD EXPLORER. WHILE REVERSING, THE VEHICLE LOST POWER. IN ADDITION, THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 444,980. UPDATED 5/18/15*CN THE REPAIR SHOP REPLACED THE FUEL VAPOR CANISTER. ALSO, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT GO IN REVERSE. UPDATED 06/02/15*JB
MY CAR CAUGHT FIRE AT PARKING LOT WHEN I TRIED STARTING IT UP AFTER MY GIRLS AND I GOT BACK IN CAR AFTER BEING AT MALL FOR ABOUT 2 HOURS FLAMES COMING OUT FROM BOTTOM AND TOP OF ENGINE AND FRONT DASH. THANK GOD WE GOT OUT IN TIME. MY CARS ELECTRICAL WIRES FOR EVERYTHING IS MELTED AND IM UNSURE HOW MUCH MORE IS DAMAGED SINCE IM NOT A MECHANIC. *TR
DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT BELT LATCH (FEMALE PIECE) DISENGAGED WHILE DRIVING. LATCH WILL NO LONGER STAY ENGAGED WITH THE MALE PART OF THE SEAT BELT IN A RELIABLE MANNER. *TR
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1992 FORD EXPLORER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE ATTEMPTED TO STOP THE VEHICLE, BUT THE VEHICLE CONTINUED TO ACCELERATE. THE CONTACT SLAMMED THE GEAR INTO PARK AND TURNED THE ENGINE OFF. UPON RESTART, THE VEHICLE FUNCTIONED AS NORMAL. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND NOTICED THAT THERE WAS A PIECE OF PLASTIC IN THE HOSE THAT RAN FROM AIR FILTER TO THE AIR INTAKE. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER AND DEALER WERE NOT NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 102,000. UPDATED 08/28/12*LJ THE CONSUMER STATED THAT IT IS ALSO IMPORTANT TO NOTE THAT THE RUBBER RING UNDER THE C-CLAMP- THAT THE PLASTIC HOSE IS ATTACHED TO THE AIR-INTAKE WITH WAS THE REASO
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1992 FORD EXPLORER. THE CONTACT STATED THERE WERE NUMEROUS CRACKS NEAR THE REAR WINDSHIELD, NEXT TO THE MANUFACTURING EMBLEM.THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN INSPECTED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE DEFECT. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 145,000.
1992 Ford Explorer questions
Does the 1992 Ford Explorer have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 1992 Ford Explorer: Structure:Body:Roof And Pillars; Visibility:Rearview Mirrors/Devices; Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Power Assist:Hydraulic; Structure:Body:Hatchback/Liftgate:Support Device/Strut. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1992 Ford Explorer?
Based on 633 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Tires (142), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (138), Power Train (91).
How do I check if a recall on my 1992 Ford Explorer 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.