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1FM5K8F81EG••••••2015 Ford EXPLORER
This build draws 1.6× more complaints than the average 2015 Ford EXPLORER build (21 vs 13).
21on this build
1697on the model
133builds in total
1involved a crash
1injuries
Most reportedSteering 7Electrical System 3Structure 3Engine 2
What owners of this build wrote
Air BagscrashMay 2024
The contact owned a 2014 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while driving at 20 MPH, the driver of the vehicle ahead abruptly braked; as a result, the contact collided with the rear of the vehicle ahead. The air bags did deploy; however, the contact stated that the driver's…
Unknown Or OtherJul 2026
This complaint concerns a failed federal safety recall repair that has resulted in structural damage and rendered my vehicle unsafe to drive. I am the original owner of this vehicle (since XXX). On XXX, Riverside Ford ([XXX]) performed a federal safety recall repair on my…
Power TrainJul 2025
When I was going down the highway at 60mph around a small curve and the steering wheel snatched hard, the car reduced the speed I was traveling (as if the brakes were engaged) and I lost ability to control. The Traction control light on the dashboard flashed several times so I…
StructureApr 2025
The contact owns a 2014 Ford Explorer. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V031000 (STRUCTURE); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was contacted, and it was confirmed that the part was not yet available. The…
SteeringJan 2025
Power steering failed during normal operations. This occurance was in 2021. Paid Ford over $2000 to perform repairs. Now January 2025 same issue occurred. This safety hazard needs to be addressed
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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 1FM5K8F81EGB50219 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.