2012 Ford Explorer problems by component
822 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2012 Ford Explorer, grouped by the component owners reported. Each component links to a detailed breakdown with mileage, severity and owner reports.
| Component | Complaints | Share | Median mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steering → | 357 | 43% | 96,329 mi |
| Structure → | 142 | 17% | 95,000 mi |
| Engine → | 79 | 10% | 54,064 mi |
| Electrical System → | 63 | 8% | 51,500 mi |
| Power Train → | 55 | 7% | 46,778 mi |
| Air Bags → | 27 | 3% | 60,000 mi |
| Fuel/propulsion System → | 27 | 3% | 55,128 mi |
| Suspension → | 22 | 3% | 135,500 mi |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) → | 19 | 2% | 63,500 mi |
| Service Brakes → | 19 | 2% | 51,000 mi |
| Vehicle Speed Control → | 17 | 2% | 36,833 mi |
| Visibility → | 16 | 2% | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling → | 14 | 2% | — |
| Seat Belts → | 14 | 2% | 60,400 mi |
| Back Over Prevention → | 12 | 1% | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 8 | 1% | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 7 | 1% | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 6 | 1% | — |
| Equipment | 5 | 1% | — |
| Wheels | 5 | 1% | — |
| Traction Control System | 3 | 0% | — |
| Equipment Adaptive/mobility | 2 | 0% | — |
| Seats | 2 | 0% | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 0% | — |
Component groups as classified by NHTSA. A complaint can name more than one component, so shares may sum to more than 100%.