NHTSA Data Explorer

Ford Explorer Sport Trac

Data refreshed August 8, 2026

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Complaints

34,993

Active records

Recalls

154

Active records

TSBs

2,123

Active records

Filing history

Monthly totals over the last 20 years. Click a legend item to show or hide that series.

Reported severity

Based on consumer complaints filed since 2000. Recalls and TSBs do not include severity data.

Deaths

216

Injuries

2,467

Crashes

1,907

Fires

821

Top reported issues — Ford Explorer Sport Trac

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Condition issue

13,902

Operating state

9,204

Reporting mechanism

4,174

Transmission/drivetrain behavior

3,582

Steering behavior

3,578

Noise

3,042

Driver assistance issue

2,473

Smell

2,054

Engine behavior

1,949

Vibration/harshness

1,844

Performance issue

1,794

Safety restraint issue

1,726

Fluid issue

1,711

Thermal issue

1,611

Braking behavior

1,572

Access/entry issue

1,158

Safety restraint behavior

921

Ride/handling behavior

647

Lighting behavior

594

Electrical issue

537

Wiper/washer behavior

452

HVAC behavior

444

Infotainment behavior

382

Starting behavior

364

Powering on/off behavior

275

Recent change

271

Communication/network issue

24

Electrified system issue

2

Charging behavior

1

Recent filings

The 10 most recent filings for each type.

2022 FORD EXPLORER

Filed Aug 5, 2026


Exhaust manifold turbo charged cracked while driving. Exposing everyone in the vehicle to raw exhaust inside the vehicle every time it is driven. The replacement part is back ordered until September 16th from the dealership. I was told this is an extremely common issue with ford explorers. I don’t understand how this part is not recalled. It has slowly gotten worse and worse. No warning lamps came on. You can hear the engine or manifold rattling/ticking while the vehicle is running. The vehicle…

2026 FORD EXPLORER

Filed Aug 5, 2026


1 injured
Crash

Put vehicle in drive to pull out of driveway started moving when all of a sudden the explorer started rolling in reverse and the the D on the transmission knob blinked green the E brake did not work I ended up in my garage door and in the back of an ambulance for neck pain and whiplash.

2020 FORD EXPLORER

Filed Aug 5, 2026


My 2020 ford Explorer had several issues with the hill assist, TCM control, power train malfunctions, it shifted very hard between first and second gear, at times it felt like it wouldn't accelerate at all and would pop into gear at higher speeds. I took it to Family Ford of Enfield several times for repairs which never fixed the overall problem. After several times at Family Ford of Enfield, I continued to drive my vehicle because my trusted dealership kept telling me the car was repaired. …

2013 FORD EXPLORER

Filed Aug 5, 2026


This is a 2013 Ford Explorer experiencing the exact catastrophic power steering failure described in Recall 14S06 / 15S18. The rack has failed twice, creating an immediate crash hazard. The current recall parameters are inadequate as they exclude my VIN despite identical component failure. Not only is this an immediate crash hazard, it is difficult to find any mechanic or dealership to remedy this problem because it is a major part with heavy labor. I have been sidelined and quoted high repair…

2022 FORD EXPLORER

Filed Aug 4, 2026


The contact owns a 2022 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal sound coming from the vehicle before the engine seized. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle restarted after several attempts and was driven to the residence. The contact's minor grandchild was an occupant in the vehicle when the failure occurred. The contact stated that the temperature was extremely hot outside when the failure occurred. The failure…

2017 FORD EXPLORER

Filed Aug 4, 2026


New Tow Link replacement from recall 20S62 damage my new Tires. New redesign Toe links are unable to hold alignment and are damaging tires prematurely. I have called the dealer that performed the Service (Citrus Motors in Ontario California) and spoke with Service Manager Cesar. I told him the problem I was having to find a solution, he could not help me. He suggested I pay $280 for a diagnostic and if alignment was the problem that will go towards it. I told him I can not afford to be paying…

2025 FORD EXPLORER

Filed Aug 4, 2026


On repeated occasions the vehicle’s braking system has malfunctioned without driver input, including uncommanded automatic brake engagement at highway speed and, most recently, a failure of the braking system to respond as commanded. These malfunctions occur without warning and directly impede my ability to control and safely operate the vehicle. On at least one occasion the malfunction occurred while I was driving on the highway with my three minor children in the vehicle and nearly resulted…

2018 FORD EXPLORER

Filed Aug 4, 2026


On March 25, 2026, an authorized Ford dealership in Florida performed a safety recall involving the rear suspension toe links. The recall addressed a condition that Ford states can result in loss of steering control and increased crash risk. After the recall was completed, I drove approximately 1,200 miles home believing the safety defect had been corrected. After returning home, I began experiencing rear-end instability. The vehicle would sway when driving over even small bumps. I took the…

2013 FORD EXPLORER

Filed Aug 4, 2026


Backup camera only works sometimes which is a safety risk when backing up. Other year models have had a recall for this same reason. It has been doing it for at least 6 months now.

2021 FORD EXPLORER

Filed Aug 3, 2026


1 injured

I previously reported my rear view camera not working despite ford having many recalls for that problem. Now my shade for my sunroof when opened drops into my car & blocks my view from my rear view mirror. So now I have no camera view or physical view of what's behind me. I also have the same peeling metal on my buttons on my driver's door. The same one that was recalled on 2020 model. I cut my arm on it yesterday

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Updated August 8, 2026. Refreshed nightly.