1991 Ford Explorer latches/locks/linkages problems
12 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the latches/locks/linkages on the 1991 Ford Explorer — 2% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Traveling 40 mph in normal weather in moderate traffic. Hood latch failed causing hood to fly open and block visibility. Was able to come to a safe stop and close the hood. Resulted damage to the hood, hinges and cowling,(in addition to scaring me badly). Presently being inspected by a mechanic. *nm”
filed Oct 8, 2004
“The right support gas assist cylinder on the liftgate failed and pulled away and broke off completely, therefore the liftgate will not hold on its own. *ak”
filed Mar 22, 2004
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Latches/locks/linkages problems in other Explorer years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 Explorer | 1 | 1% |
| 2024 Explorer | 1 | 5% |
| 2023 Explorer | 1 | 1% |
| 2022 Explorer | 2 | 1% |
| 2021 Explorer | 1 | 0% |
| 2020 Explorer | 7 | 1% |
| 2018 Explorer | 2 | 0% |
| 2017 Explorer | 5 | 0% |
| 2016 Explorer | 5 | 0% |
| 2015 Explorer | 1 | 0% |
| 2014 Explorer | 3 | 0% |
| 2013 Explorer | 16 | 1% |
Other reported problem areas on the 1991 Ford Explorer
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.