2021 Ford Explorer
The 2021 Ford Explorer has 604 complaints on file with NHTSA. The largest share (21%) concerns drivetrain & axles. Next are engine (10%) and wipers, windshield & visibility (8%).
At a glance
- Complaints
- 604 filed with NHTSA
- Most reported
- Drivetrain & axles 21% of complaints
- Recalls
- 26
- Fuel economy
- 19 to 27 MPG combined
- Safety rating
- 5 of 5 stars NHTSA overall
Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls and 5-Star ratings; U.S. EPA
Problems owners report
The 2021 Ford Explorer has 604 complaints on file with NHTSA. The largest share (21%) concerns drivetrain & axles. Next are engine (10%) and wipers, windshield & visibility (8%).
Mileage, severity and owner comments for the 2021 Ford Explorer
Recalls
The 2021 Ford Explorer is affected by 26 safety recall campaigns in NHTSA's records.
Fuel economy
The EPA lists 10 versions of the 2021 Ford Explorer. Combined fuel economy ranges from 19 to 27 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 27 city / 28 highway.
Safety rating
In NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP), the 2021 Ford Explorer earned an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars.