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Vehicle history — accidents, title & owners
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1FM5K8GC1MG••••••2021 Ford EXPLORER
This build draws 3.0× more complaints than the average 2021 Ford EXPLORER build (12 vs 4).
12on this build
445on the model
110builds in total
Most reportedStructure 2Engine 2Equipment 1Lane Departure 1
What owners of this build wrote
Unknown Or OtherApr 2026
Interior panoramic roof shade roller broke and is not retracting the liner anymore
StructureJan 2025
The chrome on the window switch on the passenger side is peeling and cut my finger while using it
Power TrainJun 2024
On June 3, 2024, vehicle was taken to dealer for rattling noises under truck close to front passenger side and state inspection. Dealer informed flex pipe was rattling and offered repair. Repair declined. Dealer/service department emphasized vehicle was safe to drive, no impact…
Engine And Engine CoolingDec 2023
The contact owns a 2021 Ford Explorer. The contact stated while driving approximately 30 MPH, the contact heard an abnormal sound coming from under the floorboards. The contact slowed the vehicle to listen for the sound, when the contact depressed the accelerator pedal to move…
WheelsAug 2023
Two TPMS sensors have failed on this vehicle. Although these sensors are required under the TREAD act, Ford has advised through their dealer that this is not a safety issue and the TPMS sensor batteries failing less than 3 years from date of vehicle manufacture falls in the…
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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 1FM5K8GC1MGA82652 · decoded Nov 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.