Ford Explorer Intercept Hybrid Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Apr 30, 2026 · 2 owner complaints analyzed

NHTSA has 2 owner complaints and 1 safety recall on file for the Ford Explorer Intercept Hybrid, across 2 model years (2020–2021). The 2020 model year has the most complaints (2). The most reported problem area overall is power train.

Peak: 2020, with 2 complaints
2020: 2202022021: 020210

n = 2 complaints · Source: NHTSA

Ford Explorer Intercept Hybrid years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

No Explorer Intercept Hybrid model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 2020 Explorer Intercept Hybrid: 2 complaints, 1 recall

Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.

Most common Ford Explorer Intercept Hybrid problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Power Train210

All Ford Explorer Intercept Hybrid model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
2021 Explorer Intercept Hybrid01——
2020 Explorer Intercept Hybrid21—Power Train

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Frequently asked questions

Which Ford Explorer Intercept Hybrid years should you stay away from?

No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2020 (2). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.

What is the biggest problem with the Ford Explorer Intercept Hybrid?

Power Train, with 2 complaints across 1 model year.

How many recalls does the Ford Explorer Intercept Hybrid have?

1 safety recall across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.