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1FM5K7D86FG••••••2016 Ford EXPLORER
This build draws 3.2× more complaints than the average 2016 Ford EXPLORER build (39 vs 12).
39on this build
2363on the model
194builds in total
2injuries
Most reportedStructure 8Engine 6Back Over Prevention 6Steering 5
What owners of this build wrote
Back Over PreventionJul 2026
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Explorer. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V695000 (BACK OVER PREVENTION); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated while reversing, the rearview camera image was inverted. The local…
StructureNov 2025
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that the windshield exterior A-pillar trims had become loosened. A mobile technician from the dealer applied tape to the trim pieces as a temporary repair at the residence. Additionally, the contact stated that while…
SeatsMar 2025
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Explorer. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH while depressing the brake pedal and attempting to come to an abrupt complete stop for a red light, the rear driver seat detached and unhinged. The contact sustained an injury to the back of her head…
SteeringJul 2024
I had just pulled out of my driveway when I heard a "clunk" and the power steering seized up. Dash lights indicated "Steering Asist Fault Service Required" and "Service Advance Trac". I had to drive around the block (pulling very hard on steering wheel) to get it back in my…
Fuel/propulsion SystemJun 2023
Upon driving, my vehicle just started randomly cutting out. I was told that it had to do with the throttle body. I did further research, and I noticed that I haven't been the only Explorer owner that has had this issue, so I'm not sure why there isn't a recall already…
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 1FM5K7D86FGA13419 · decoded Oct 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.