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2027 Ford Explorer Hybrid problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 2027 Ford Explorer Hybrid — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

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NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

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Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2027 compare to other Explorer Hybrid years?

Explorer Hybrid NHTSA complaints by model year, 2027 highlighted7 complaints2020: 2 complaints2021: 7 complaints2022: 2 complaints2023: 3 complaints2025: 1 complaints2026: 0 complaints2027: 0 complaints
Explorer Hybrid NHTSA complaints by model year, 2027 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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Does the 2027 Ford Explorer Hybrid have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

26V415000Driver AssistanceJune 30, 2026 · 66,383 units

Defect

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2027 Lincoln Nautilus Hybrid and 2025-2027 Explorer Hybrid vehicles. A software error may prevent the vehicle from making the pedestrian warning sound at certain speeds.

Consequence

A vehicle that does not produce a warning sound may fail to alert pedestrians of an approaching vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Note: This is an expansion of Recall 25V691. Any vehicles previously repaired under 25V691 must have the new remedy completed. Dealers will replace the digital signal processing module in Nautilus Hybrid vehicles equipped with 28 speakers, free of charge. The remedy is currently under development for all other Nautilus and Explorer Hybrid vehicles affected by this recall. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed August 03, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S51. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning July 7, 2026.

2027 Ford Explorer Hybrid — common questions

Is the 2027 Ford Explorer Hybrid reliable?

The record is thin — 0 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2027 Ford Explorer Hybrid have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2027 Ford Explorer Hybrid. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.