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1FMSK7DH5MG••••••2021 Ford EXPLORER
This build draws 2.2× more complaints than the average 2021 Ford EXPLORER build (8 vs 4).
8on this build
400on the model
108builds in total
Most reportedPower Train 3Electrical System 2Back Over Prevention 1Visibility 1
What owners of this build wrote
Electrical SystemDec 2024
The contact owns a 2021 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while his wife was driving and was at a traffic light, the light turned green and the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that there was no warning light illuminated. The…
Power TrainJan 2024
The contact owns a 2021 Ford Explorer. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V675000 (Power Train) 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…
StructureDec 2023
Front windshield cracked n has expanded along the very bottom in the dark black area n spread up into clear glass for no reason whatsoever. Never heard a rock or anything else hit. One day it just started a small looping crack
VisibilityFeb 2022
The contact owns a 2021 Ford Explorer. That contact stated that the silver plastic strip on the driver's side power window switch had started peeling away, creating the potential for her to lacerate her finger. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic.…
Back Over PreventionMay 2021
When putting the car in reverse it jerks back if the pedal is touched which has almost caused an accident. It takes about a minute or two to adjust backing up and the rear camera does not show until the clutch has adjusted
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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 1FMSK7DH5MGB16024 · decoded Aug 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.