2027 Ford Explorer Hybrid Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jun 30, 2026 · 0 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Explorer Hybrid years
Not enough data 6th of 7 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

NHTSA has received no owner complaints about the 2027 Ford Explorer Hybrid so far. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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2027 Ford Explorer Hybrid recalls (1)

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Forward collision avoidance: warnings:external/pedestrian alert; back over prevention:warnings:external/pedestrian alertJun 30, 2026 · NHTSA campaign 26V415000 · 66,383 vehicles

Problem: 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.

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

Fix: Note: This is an expansion of Recall 25V691. Any vehicles previously repaired under 25V691 must have the new remedy completed. Ford will release an over-the-air (OTA) update or dealers will update the APIM software, free of charge. Additionally, dealers will replace the digital signal processing module in Nautilus Hybrid vehicles equipped with 28 speakers, free of charge. This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model and model years. Owner notification letters were mailed August 7, 2026. 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.

To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2027 Ford Explorer Hybrid?

NHTSA has no owner complaints on file yet.

Was there a recall on the 2027 Ford Explorer Hybrid?

Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2027 Ford Explorer Hybrid a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Explorer Hybrid model years, the 2027 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.