NHTSA Data Explorer
Ford Police Interceptor Utility
Data refreshed May 30, 2026
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Complaints
34,047
Active records
Recalls
150
Active records
TSBs
2,030
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
215
Injuries
2,394
Crashes
1,843
Fires
791
Top reported issues — Ford Police Interceptor Utility
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Condition issue
Operating state
Reporting mechanism
Steering behavior
Transmission/drivetrain behavior
Noise
Driver assistance issue
Smell
Engine behavior
Vibration/harshness
Performance issue
Safety restraint issue
Fluid issue
Thermal issue
Braking behavior
Access/entry issue
Safety restraint behavior
Ride/handling behavior
Lighting behavior
Electrical issue
Wiper/washer behavior
HVAC behavior
Infotainment behavior
Starting behavior
Powering on/off behavior
Recent change
Communication/network issue
Electrified system issue
Charging behavior
Recent filings
The 10 most recent filings for each type.
2017 FORD EXPLORER
Filed May 28, 2026
The A-pillar appliqué trim bordering my windshield on both sides has become loose and has been detaching and flying into the road unexpectedly while I’m driving. I have been waiting over 18 months now for parts to become available for this repair as the hazard continues to become worse. The recall details indicate “ FORD MOTOR COMPANY IS WORKING CLOSELY WITH ITS SUPPLIERS TO PRODUCE PARTS FOR THIS REPAIR. WHEN PARTS BECOME AVAILABLE, FORD MOTOR COMPANY WILL NOTIFY YOU VIA MAIL TO SCHEDULE A…
2020 FORD EXPLORER
Filed May 27, 2026
I am filing a complaint regarding a recurring safety-related electrical and AWD defect in my 2020 Ford Explorer. My vehicle repeatedly displays the following warnings while driving: “4WD Fault Service Required” “Service AdvanceTrac” “Pre-Collision Assist Not Available” “Hill Start Assist Not Available” The issue began about a year ago occurring intermittently every few weeks and disappearing after restarting the vehicle. It has progressively worsened and now appears almost immediately after…
2017 FORD EXPLORER
Filed May 27, 2026
I’ve had three transmissions replaced from 2023 to 2026. Ford no longer makes 2017 Ford Explorer transmissions so I keep getting bad parts. In 2026 engine light came on , coolant leaking into cylinders, $11K to fix. This car has left me stranded on the side of the road , not to mention months at the dealership trying to find transmission parts. Ford Corporation refuses to buy back vehicle based on lemon law. Rear seatbelts defective.
2013 FORD EXPLORER
Filed May 27, 2026
The contact owns a 2013 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that the driver side seatbelt unexpectedly unlatched. The dealer was contacted; however, it was diagnosed of repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage 150,000.
2022 FORD EXPLORER
Filed May 27, 2026
The contact owns a 2022 Ford Explorer. The contact stated while driving at 55 MPH, the vehicle was driving unusually rough and the vehicle stalled. In addition, the check engine warning light illuminated, and the vehicle lost motive power. The vehicle was driven to the shoulder of the road. The contact stated while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle failed to stall as intended. The vehicle was towed to the independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with a failed low pressure fuel…
2019 FORD EXPLORER
Filed May 27, 2026
While my granddaughter was driving our 2019 Ford Explorer, the steering effort suddenly increased without warning, as if the electric power steering assist stopped functioning. She was traveling at approximately 45 mph on a public road and was unable to steer normally. The sudden loss of assist caused her to nearly leave her lane and almost resulted in a collision. This vehicle uses an electric‑assist rack‑and‑pinion steering system. There were no warning lights or messages before or during…
2017 FORD EXPLORER
Filed May 27, 2026
While driving approximately 65-70mph on a straight stretch of road back end began to fish tail, unable to control the steering of the vehicle, vehicle slide to right, hitting a ditch, causing the vehicle to roll multiple times . Causing severe damage to car, and bodily injury to driver.
2011 FORD EXPLORER
Filed May 27, 2026
In early 2024, we learned our 2011 Ford Explorer was under open recall (NHTSA #24V031) for the A-pillar windshield trim, which could detach and create a road hazard. For two years, our Ford dealer said repairs could not be done due to parts availability. The A-pillar trim detached three separate times, including once at 75 mph on a highway, causing fear and danger. The vehicle’s elderly owner stopped driving for safety. On May 26, 2026, a non-Ford mechanic attempted a repair due to the delay at…
2026 FORD EXPLORER
Filed May 27, 2026
Purchased new 26 Ford Explorer on [XXX] from Franklin Ford in TN. During test drive noted the BlueCruise hands free was canceling but was advised by dealer that it might need to download an update or sync my profile. Next day I confirmed the BlueCruise and adaptive cruise was not working. The hands free BlueCruise and adaptive system will cancel randomly with no warning even while in turn. This almost caused me to slam into the vehicle next to me several times but was able to catch the wheel…
2015 FORD EXPLORER
Filed May 26, 2026
We have a onefit. Our seat cover will not cover part of the head rest and he is able to pick and scratch at the Styrofoam. Even caught him trying to eat it. This has happened on several occasions. We have had to stop using the seat.