2021 Ford Explorer problems by component
423 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2021 Ford Explorer, grouped by the component owners reported. Each component links to a detailed breakdown with mileage, severity and owner reports.
| Component | Complaints | Share | Median mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train → | 120 | 28% | 46,000 mi |
| Engine → | 48 | 11% | — |
| Electrical System → | 42 | 10% | — |
| Back Over Prevention → | 36 | 9% | 35,300 mi |
| Structure → | 23 | 5% | — |
| Visibility/wiper → | 23 | 5% | — |
| Forward Collision Avoidance → | 19 | 4% | — |
| Service Brakes → | 19 | 4% | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System → | 17 | 4% | — |
| Visibility → | 17 | 4% | 45,000 mi |
| Suspension → | 15 | 4% | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control → | 15 | 4% | — |
| Seats → | 14 | 3% | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling → | 10 | 2% | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 8 | 2% | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 8 | 2% | — |
| Air Bags | 6 | 1% | — |
| Steering | 6 | 1% | — |
| Lane Departure | 5 | 1% | — |
| Wheels | 5 | 1% | — |
| Seat Belts | 3 | 1% | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 | 1% | — |
| Carry Handle, Shell, Base | 2 | 0% | — |
| Chest Clip, Buckle, Harness | 2 | 0% | — |
| Equipment | 2 | 0% | — |
| Other/i AM Not Sure | 2 | 0% | — |
| Tires | 2 | 0% | — |
| Firerelated | 1 | 0% | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 0% | — |
| Parking Brake | 1 | 0% | — |
| Service Brakes, Air | 1 | 0% | — |
Component groups as classified by NHTSA. A complaint can name more than one component, so shares may sum to more than 100%.