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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN 1FM5K8GC4LGB69606 · Checked Oct 31, 2026
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Complaints on this exact build 22

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1FM5K8GC4LG•••••• 2020 Ford EXPLORER

This build draws 1.9× more complaints than the average 2020 Ford EXPLORER build (22 vs 12).

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1213on the model
103builds in total
Most reported Electrical System 4 Forward Collision Avoidance 3 Seats 3 Back Over Prevention 3

What owners of this build wrote

Visibility/wiper Jul 2025
The moon roof shade came down, completely blocking the rear view
Engine Jan 2025
At only 5 years old and at 113k miles in January 2025 I was told by my local dealership that the right side catalytic converter was cracked and needed replacement to pass inspection. In March 2023 the left side catalytic converter was replaced under a service bulletin 21E11.…
Power Train Dec 2024
Transmission stalls at high speed it seems as if it gose in to neutral
Electrical System Nov 2024
Various electrical issues GPS not working also drivers seat electrical
Unknown Or Other Nov 2024
Sunroof shade has failed and blocks view of rear of car including rear view mirror
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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 1FM5K8GC4LGB69606 · decoded Oct 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.