2026 Ford Explorer GAS
Recalls, crash ratings and owner complaints from NHTSA, and what they mean when you buy or insure one.
Recalls
0
Do not drive / park outside
0
Overall crash rating
Owner complaints
42
Things to consider when insuring one
5-star overall crash rating
NHTSA’s top crash rating. Crash protection affects injury claims, which make up a large share of what auto insurance pays out.
Most owner complaints are about the unknown or other
11 of 42 complaints to NHTSA mention it. Worth a look in a pre-purchase inspection.
Recalls
NHTSA has no recalls on record for the 2026 Ford Explorer GAS. A specific car can still have work outstanding from its seller, so check its VIN before you buy.
Crash test ratings
2026 FORD EXPLORER GAS SUV N/A 4WD
- Overall
- Frontal
- Side
- Rollover
Rollover risk in a single-vehicle crash: 15%
2026 FORD EXPLORER GAS SUV N/A RWD
- Overall
- Frontal
- Side
- Rollover
Rollover risk in a single-vehicle crash: 15%
What owners report
42 complaints to NHTSA, 3 involving a crash, 3 injuries.
- Unknown or other11
- Electrical system9
- Seats7
- Engine6
- Visibility/wiper5
- Forward collision avoidance4
- Fuel/propulsion system3
- Lane departure3
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Other 2026 Ford models
Recalls, crash ratings and owner complaints are from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), last checked Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are owners’ reports and aren’t verified by NHTSA. This page is general information, not advice about a specific vehicle or policy.