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1FMSK8DH6LG••••••2020 Ford EXPLORER
This build draws 2.8× more complaints than the average 2020 Ford EXPLORER build (33 vs 12).
33on this build
1213on the model
103builds in total
1involved a crash
2injuries
Most reportedPower Train 14Electrical System 6Service Brakes 4Steering 3
What owners of this build wrote
SteeringcrashSep 2026
The contact owns a 2020 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while driving 50 MPH in the rain, the AWD disengaged and the vehicle started sliding. The contact attempted to correct the vehicle but crashed into a lamppost with the rear driver’s side door. A Police report was…
Power TrainSep 2026
I own a 2020 Ford Explorer XLT AWD, VIN 1FMSK8DH6LGA35229. While driving, my vehicle displayed “4WD Fault – Service Required” along with the powertrain wrench warning. I then became unable to select/change drive modes. Pre-Collision Assist became unavailable, I experienced Lane…
SeatsJul 2026
The contact owns a 2020 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while her son was positioned in the third-row seat, the head restraint unexpectedly slammed down on the tip of his left index finger. As a result, he sustained a severe injury that required immediate medical…
StructureApr 2026
The A-pillar trim on the driver's side is pulling away from the body of the car. The previous generation of this vehicle had the same issue and has had a recall. The trim can fly off while driving causing damage to other cars and accidents. The dealership body shop inspected the…
WheelsDec 2025
Wheels / Tire Pressure Monitoring System The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) on my 2020 Ford Explorer intermittently fails to detect the tire pressure in one or more tires. The system will show missing pressure readings or fail to display a reading for a tire. The vehicle…
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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 1FMSK8DH6LGA75441 · decoded Nov 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.