Recalls, complaints, and safety data from NHTSA
The 2018 Ford Explorer has 6 recalls, 675 complaints, and a 5-star overall safety rating from NHTSA.
6
Recalls
675
Complaints
★★★★★
Safety Rating
Data source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) · Last updated April 7, 2026
19V633000
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2020 F-150 and 2019-2020 F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 Super Duty pickup trucks, and 2018-2019 Fo...
18V807000
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 Ford Explorer vehicles equipped with 2.3L or 3.5L GTDI engine. Due to an assembly error, the fuel...
21V316000
STRUCTURE:BODY
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Explorer vehicles. The retention pins could loosen and allow the roof rail covers to detach ...
24V031000
STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2011-2019 Explorer vehicles. The A-pillar trim retention clips may not be properly engaged, allowing t...
25V685000
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ENGINE BLOCK HEATER
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Lincoln MKC, 2016-2023 Explorer, 2019-2020 Fusion, 2019-2024 Ranger, 2020-2022 Lincoln Corsai...
26V101000
SUSPENSION:REAR
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Explorer vehicles. The rear suspension toe links may fracture.
Overall
★★★★★
Front Crash
★★★★★
Side Crash
★★★★★
Rollover
★★★★★
Rating for: 2018 Ford Explorer 4 DR SUV AWD
| Date ↓ | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 2, 2026 | EXTERIOR LIGHTING,UNKNOWN OR OTHER | Vehicle is equipped with operational red and blue lights that are prohibited under the color of law,... |
| Mar 28, 2026 | STEERING,WHEELS | After replacing the newest recall for the rear toe link on my Explorer, I’ve noticed (along with a c... |
| Mar 25, 2026 | SUSPENSION | The contact owns a 2018 Ford Explorer. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 2... |
| Mar 20, 2026 | STRUCTURE | While driving at an undisclosed speed, I noticed an abnormal buzzing sound coming from the windshiel... |
| Mar 20, 2026 | SUSPENSION | Received Safety Recall 26S08 about rear suspension toe link. However, the new toe link design Ford p... |
| Mar 12, 2026 | SUSPENSION,STRUCTURE | The contact owns a 2018 Ford Explorer. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers:... |
| Mar 6, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | My 2018 Ford Explorer continues to have issues with the rear back up camera. It makes it difficult t... |
| Feb 28, 2026 | AIR BAGS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER | Horn stopped working. Airbag indicator will not reset. Took to local dealership but their servic... |
| Feb 22, 2026 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | Entertainment system control. Power draws down and kills battery. Display locks into reverse came... |
| Feb 13, 2026 | ENGINE | Upon startup rough idle and check engine light came on. Mechanic confirmed cylinder head thinning ca... |
| Feb 10, 2026 | POWER TRAIN | The contact owns a 2018 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that the VIN was associated with NHTSA Cam... |
| Feb 1, 2026 | STRUCTURE | The contact owns a 2018 Ford Explorer. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 2... |
| Jan 24, 2026 | ENGINE | The contact owns a 2018 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that after the vehicle was idling at a tra... |
| Jan 20, 2026 | STRUCTURE | The contact owns a 2018 Ford Explorer. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 2... |
| Jan 13, 2026 | STRUCTURE | The contact owns a 2018 Ford Explorer. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 2... |
| Jan 5, 2026 | SERVICE BRAKES | Right front caliber went out at 47,186 miles in 11/14/2025. No abs sensor went on alerting me to the... |
| Dec 29, 2025 | STRUCTURE | The contact owns a 2018 Ford Explorer. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 2... |
| Dec 24, 2025 | STRUCTURE | See attached document for complaint. I am in receipt of your multiple Important Safety Recall notic... |
| Dec 23, 2025 | STRUCTURE | My VIN was removed for the A Pillar recall. I received no notice as to why and my car was inspected... |
| Dec 22, 2025 | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | Fuel system evap leak just like the Safety Recall 18S35 |