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2018 Ford Explorer other problems

The 2018 Ford Explorer has 160 other complaints filed with NHTSA — 19% of the year's total, and down from the prior model year.

160

Other complaints

19%

Share of year

1

Crash-involved

0

Related recalls

Other complaints by year

What owners report

Noticed smoke coming from vehicle as started driving vehicle, a short distance from WTS. A short time later flames were coming from behind the glove box. Driver was driving. The vehicle has not been inspected. It is unknown at this time if their were warning lamps.

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · September 15, 2021 · fire

Common questions

How many other complaints does the 2018 Ford Explorer have?

NHTSA has 160 complaints about the 2018 Ford Explorer other — 19% of all complaints filed for that model year.

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.