More recall homework
2025 Ford Explorerhas more recalls listed.
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Spot recall, complaint, investigation, and fuel-cost differences before you trust the listing. No VIN required to start.
More complaint activity
2025 Ford Explorerhas more complaint records.
Open investigation signals
Similar activityOpen investigation counts are similar.
Lower estimated fuel cost
Similar estimatesfuel-cost estimates are similar.
Short answer: Explorer needs more recall homework, Explorer has more complaint activity and Explorer has more severity reports. Confirm the exact VIN before buying.
Public-record comparison
Rows show model-year records, not exact VIN status.
| Record | 2026 Ford Explorer | 2025 Ford Explorer | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total recalls | 8 | 17 | Explorer has 9 more recalls |
| Total complaints | 10 | 78 | Explorer has 68 more complaints |
| Crash / Fire / Injury / Death reports | 0 / 0 / 0 / 0 | 6 / 0 / 3 / 0 | Explorer has 9 more severity reports |
| Defect investigations | 0 | 0 | Similar |
| Open investigations | 0 | 0 | Similar |
| Manufacturer communications | 34 | 157 | Explorer has 123 more communications |
| Recall completion reports | 7 | 52 | Explorer has 45 more reports |
| Warranty programs | 0 | 0 | Similar |
| Service campaigns | 0 | 0 | Similar |
| Software notices | 4 | 18 | Explorer has 14 more software notices |
| Canadian recall records | 0 | 0 | Similar |
| Latest recall | Mar 31, 2026 | Mar 19, 2026 | Explorer has newer activity |
| Latest complaint | May 27, 2026 | May 19, 2026 | Explorer has newer activity |
| Top complaint categories Top 3 |
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| Similar focus |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | Gasoline | Same |
| Efficiency | 20 combined MPG | 20 combined MPG | Same |
| Estimated annual fuel cost 15,000 miles / year | $3,000 | $3,000 | Similar |
| Safety-rating records | 4 | 2 | Different availability |