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1FMHK8F80BG••••••2011 Ford EXPLORER
This build draws 2.1× more complaints than the average 2011 Ford EXPLORER build (25 vs 12).
25on this build
1100on the model
92builds in total
Most reportedSteering 14Structure 3Power Train 2Engine 2
What owners of this build wrote
StructureJun 2025
The contact owns a 2011 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 contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a…
SteeringDec 2024
On or around December 15 while driving I lost the ability to steer the car without using considerable strength
Power TrainOct 2022
The contact owns a 2011 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that on five different occasions while driving at various speeds, the power steering warning light illuminated, and the steering wheel became firm, making it difficult to steer the vehicle. The contact stated that on one…
EngineApr 2022
The contact owns a 2011 Ford Explorer. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled. The low coolant message was displayed. The contact was able to pull off to the side of the road. The contact called the local dealer but the vehicle was not…
Unknown Or OtherSep 2018
Sync 2 problema el radio se friza los mapas tardan en abrir el la cmara de reversa se enciende corriendo funciona algunas veces y otras no el radio se apaga y se enciende a menudo sin razn alguna
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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 1FMHK8F80BGA94623 · decoded Aug 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.