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Vehicle history — accidents, title & owners
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1FM5K8GTXJG••••••2018 Ford EXPLORER
That is about average for the 2018 Ford EXPLORER — 5 complaints per build across 142 builds.
6on this build
709on the model
142builds in total
Most reportedStructure 3Electrical System 1
What owners of this build wrote
Unknown Or OtherAug 2026
In some of the affected vehicles, it may be possible that some of the exterior a-pillar applique trim clip attachments are not properly engaged due to improper assembly or repair. If this occurs, the a-pillar applique trim, which borders the right and left side of the…
Electrical SystemOct 2025
Traveling 50mph, noticed smoke rolling from under the dash. Got to the side of the road. The entire dash was engulfed in fire. I had to fight my way out of the car after the doors locked. After I got out of the vehicle I called 911. Fire department came. It has been ruled as…
StructureFeb 2025
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Explorer. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V031000 (Structure); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a…
StructureApr 2024
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, he became aware that the driver’s and passenger’s side roof rails were partially detached near the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the…
StructureMar 2019
The roof rails on will not stay attached. Have had this vehicle since jan 2019. Bought new. The dealership has tried 3 now 4 time's to make repairs. The driverside will not stay seated to bottom mount. Has come loos on turnpike and began beating the roof of our vehicle. Most…
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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 1FM5K8GTXJGC28297 · decoded Oct 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.