2026 Ford Explorer
The 2026 Ford Explorer has 65 complaints on file with NHTSA. The largest share (14%) concerns electrical system. Next are seats (11%) and wipers, windshield & visibility (11%).
At a glance
- Complaints
- 65 filed with NHTSA
- Most reported
- Electrical system 14% of complaints
- Recalls
- 14
- Fuel economy
- 19 to 24 MPG combined
Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls and 5-Star ratings; U.S. EPA
Problems owners report
The 2026 Ford Explorer has 65 complaints on file with NHTSA. The largest share (14%) concerns electrical system. Next are seats (11%) and wipers, windshield & visibility (11%).
Mileage, severity and owner comments for the 2026 Ford Explorer
Recalls
The 2026 Ford Explorer is affected by 14 safety recall campaigns in NHTSA's records.
Fuel economy
The EPA lists 6 versions of the 2026 Ford Explorer. Combined fuel economy ranges from 19 to 24 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 20 city / 29 highway.