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1FM5K8GTXHG••••••2017 Ford EXPLORER
This build draws 3.1× more complaints than the average 2017 Ford EXPLORER build (28 vs 9).
28on this build
1632on the model
182builds in total
2involved a crash
Most reportedStructure 9Electrical System 4Air Bags 4Fuel/propulsion System 3
What owners of this build wrote
Service BrakescrashJul 2022
While backing out of our driveway the car started speeding up and the brakes failed. Even with repeated pumping of brakes the car wouldn’t stop. We finally jammed the shift lever into park and even then it continue moving for a short distance. We wiped out our neighbors mailbox.…
StructurecrashDec 2019
While my vehicle was parked on my flat driveway my daughter backed her ford edge into the rear of the explorer at a low rate of speed. The explorer which was not running and was turned off and in park at the time rolled off the driveway. Rolled through an open lot behind our…
Electrical SystemMar 2026
Vehicle experienced white exhaust smoke due to oil entering the exhaust system, caused by turbocharger failure. This led to contamination and failure of all O2 sensors, requiring full replacement, along with replacement of both turbochargers. The radiator also failed and had to…
Air BagsSep 2025
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the air bag warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed, and determined that the wiring harness located on the passenger’s side of the…
Seat BeltsMar 2025
Passenger side/right side second row bucket seat = seat belt broke. Called numerous dealerships and were on a waiting list of over 350 that need a seatbelt. No seat belts available. Unable to fix problem. Safety issue due to no seat belt. No warning lamps or messages
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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 1FM5K8GTXHGC60466 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.