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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN 1FMSK8FH8MGC28061 · Checked Sep 19, 2026
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Complaints on this exact build 3

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1FMSK8FH8MG•••••• 2021 Ford EXPLORER

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3on this build
405on the model
108builds in total
Most reported Engine 2 Power Train 1 Back Over Prevention 1 Service Brakes 1

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Engine Jun 2025
There was no accident, but very close a few times.when I am stopped at a stop sign or light when I press down on the gas pedal the car hesitates I have to pump the pedal to get the car moving or it would stall in traffic. No check engine light is or has been on. I’ve been to 2…
Unknown Or Other Jun 2025
I was stoped at a red light with cars in front of me and behind me when with my foot on the break the car accelerated forward like my foot was on the gas pedal but my foot was not on pedal, the car surged forward and came close to hitting the car in front of me I pressed the…
Power Train Mar 2023
The contact owns a 2021 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that upon starting or while driving the vehicle, the front camera screen image was black or gray before going blank. Additionally, the navigation system was inoperable. There were no warning lights illuminated. While…

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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 1FMSK8FH8MGC28061 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.