CarRecallWatchThe 2019 Ford Explorer has 6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 300 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 crashes, 6 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Structure (151 reports).
2019 Ford Explorer recalls
Roof Rail Covers May Detach, Creating Crash Risk
Certain 2016-2019 Ford Explorers may have roof rail covers that loosen and can come off the vehicle while driving.
Rear Toe Links May Break, Causing Loss of Steering
Certain 2017-2019 Ford Explorer vehicles have rear suspension toe links that may fracture.
Engine block heater may crack and cause a short circuit and fire
The engine block heater on certain Ford Focus (2016-2018) and Ford Explorer (2019 and 2024) vehicles may crack and develop a coolant leak.
Trim on A-pillar may detach and fall off
The A-pillar trim retention clips on certain Explorers may not be properly engaged, which can allow the trim piece to come loose and detach from the vehicle.
Roof rail covers can detach, creating road debris hazard
Certain 2016 through 2019 Ford Explorer vehicles may have roof rail retention pins that can loosen over time.
Seatback May Not Hold in a Crash, Raising Injury Risk
Certain manual front and rear seats in these vehicles may be missing a third pawl in the recliner mechanism, which is needed to keep the seatback strong.
Most common 2019 Ford Explorer problems
Problem areas named in the 300 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Structure | 151 |
| Unknown Or Other | 48 |
| Power Train | 36 |
| Electrical System | 22 |
| Engine | 19 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 14 |
| Suspension | 11 |
| Steering | 9 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 6 |
| Wheels | 4 |
What owners report
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The contact owns a 2019 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the radio displayed the rear-view camera image or rebooted. The dealer was notified of the failure by phone and informed the contact that the VIN was not included in a recall associated with the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 115,000.
The cowl grille/top trim has become extremely brittle and deteriorated. The material is breaking apart simply from being touched, and pieces are coming loose and flying off while Iâm driving. the entire edge of the cowl is crumbling and separating from the vehicle. This appears to be material deterioration rather than normal wear. Iâm concerned that additional pieces could detach while driving and that the cowl may no longer properly protect/seal the area beneath the windshield.
We have contacted Ford Motor Company previously about this issue. The leather dash pad on our Explorer is detached near the windshield and is rolling up back towards the interior of the vehicle. The dealer has inspected (Deacon Jones, Goldsboro, NC) and has confirmed the issue. Original quote to fix was approximately $15,000.00, reduced later by FMCO to $6000.00. We have attempted to find local upholstery shop to repair, but they will not touch it. The pad underneath the leather is all white and causes a debilitating glare/reflection on the windshield when driving towards the sun. Please review my previous filing with FMCO and help us with this issue. I note that online, several other
The contact owns a 2019 Ford Explorer. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V031000 (Structure); however, upon taking the vehicle to a local dealer, no failures were found, and the VIN was removed from the recall. Upon further inspection, the contact became aware that the front driverâs side and passengerâs side A-pillar trims were loose. The local dealer was contacted. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 73,000.
2019 Ford Explorer questions
Does the 2019 Ford Explorer have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2019 Ford Explorer: Roof Rail Covers May Detach, Creating Crash Risk; Rear Toe Links May Break, Causing Loss of Steering; Engine block heater may crack and cause a short circuit and fire; Trim on A-pillar may detach and fall off; Roof rail covers can detach, creating road debris hazard. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Ford Explorer?
Based on 300 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Structure (151), Unknown Or Other (48), Power Train (36).
How do I check if a recall on my 2019 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.