VIN Decoder Results
1FMUK8DH0TGA08018
Basic Information
Vehicle Make
FORD
Vehicle Model
Explorer
Vehicle Trim
Active
Additional Information
Error Text
0 - VIN decoded clean. Check Digit (9th position) is correct
Vehicle Descriptor
1FMUK8DH*TG
Manufacturer Name
FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Model Year
2026
Plant City
CHICAGO
Vehicle Type
MULTIPURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLE (MPV)
Plant Country
UNITED STATES (USA)
Plant Company Name
Chicago Assembly
Plant State
ILLINOIS
Body Class
Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV)/Multi-Purpose Vehicle (MPV)
Doors
4
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating From
Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg)
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating To
Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg)
Drive Type
4WD/4-Wheel Drive/4x4
Brake System Type
Hydraulic
Engine Number Of Cylinders
4
Displacement (CC)
2300.0
Displacement (CI)
140.35461141788
Displacement (L)
2.3
Engine Model
TIVCT
Fuel Type - Primary
Gasoline
Engine Configuration
In-Line
Engine Manufacturer
Ford
Seat Belt Type
Manual
Front Air Bag Locations
1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Knee Air Bag Locations
Driver Seat Only
Side Air Bag Locations
1st and 2nd and 3rd Rows
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Standard
VIN Breakdown
1FM
World Manufacturer Identifier
UK8DH
Vehicle Descriptor Section
0
Check Digit
TGA08018
Vehicle Identifier Section
Safety Recalls (8 Found)
Total Recalls
8
Vehicle
2026 FORD Explorer
Source
NHTSA Database
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Lincoln Corsair, Lincoln Aviator, and Explorer vehicles. The windshield glass may have visible air bubbles, which can obscure the driver's visibility. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety...
Consequence:
Reduced visibility while driving can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy:
Dealers will inspect and replace the windshield as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 6, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford'
Campaign: 25V730000
ENGINE
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Explorer, Mustang, Lincoln Corsair, and 2025 Maverick vehicles. The cylinder head may have been improperly manufactured, which can cause the ball plugs to fail, resulting in an oil leak.
Consequence:
An oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components increases the risk of a fire. In addition, the loss of oil can result in engine seizure and loss of motive po
Remedy:
Dealers will replace the cylinder head assembly, free of charge. All affected vehicles are still within dealership inventory and therefore no owner notification letters will be mailed. Owners may cont
Campaign: 25V828000
TRAILER HITCHES
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Explorer and 2024-2026 Lincoln Aviator vehicles. The trailer hitch assembly bolts may be loose.
Consequence:
While towing a trailer, loose trailer hitch bolts can cause a loss of vehicle handling and control, or cause the trailer to detach. Either of these conditions can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy:
Dealers will inspect and tighten the trailer hitch bolts, or replace them as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 29, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer servic
Campaign: 25V687000
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