2019 Ford Explorer engine problems

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What owners say

1. Filed Sep 3, 2026SCEngine

   The internal timing-chain-driven water pump on my 2019 Ford Explorer Sport 3.5L EcoBoost is failing. I began experiencing coolant loss and the cabin heat would turn cold while the vehicle was stopped or idling. The vehicle was professionally inspected by an independent repair facility. After diagnostic testing, the mechanic confirmed coolant leaking from the water pump weep hole and diagnosed a failing internal water pump. The water pump is located inside the engine and is…

   NHTSA complaint #11761961 · source
2. Filed Apr 9, 202650,000 miILEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   The contact owns a 2019 Ford Explorer. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer to be repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V101000 (Suspension). While retrieving the vehicle, the vehicle failed to start. The contact heard the mechanic revving the engine of the vehicle. The dealer determined that the fuel pump and fuel pump module needed to be replaced, and that the failure was not related to the recall repair. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted…

   NHTSA complaint #11730183 · source
3. Filed Mar 23, 2026130,000 miWABody & StructureEngineSuspension

   The contact called on behalf of the owner of a 2019 Ford Explorer. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 24V031000 (STRUCTURE) and 26V101000 (SUSPENSION). The contact stated that after the vehicle was stopped at a traffic light, the vehicle stalled. The battery warning light was illuminated. The contact was able to restart the vehicle. The contact stated that the failure was occurring every other day. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic.…

   NHTSA complaint #11726539 · source
4. Filed Dec 10, 2025NYEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   Blown engine due to ecoboost fuel issues. Vehicle quit and shut off on highway. Multiple issues with 2019 ford explorer that does not get resolved.

   NHTSA complaint #11704213 · source
5. Filed Aug 4, 202552,000 miMITowedEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV PropulsionTransmission & Drivetrain

   The contact owns a 2019 Ford Explorer. The contact stated while driving approximately 75 MPH with the cruise control activated, the vehicle suddenly started sputtering and decelerated unintendedly. The vehicle was driven to the shoulder of the roadway, and the vehicle stalled. The vehicle failed to restart and was towed to the local dealer. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The failure…

   NHTSA complaint #11678167 · source
6. Filed Jul 18, 202560,000 miFLTowedEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   The contact owns a 2019 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that upon acceleration from a stop, the vehicle experienced a loss of automotive power. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a local dealer where it was diagnosed, and the contact was informed that the fuel pump and the fuel injectors were faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure persisted. The contact stated that on another occasion while driving…

   NHTSA complaint #11674610 · source
7. Filed Jun 13, 202597,000 miWVEngine

   The contact owns a 2019 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that upon start-up there was an abnormally loud rattling sound coming from the engine compartment, with the check engine warning light illuminated. The cause of the failure has not yet been determined. The manufacturer and local dealer were notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was 97,000.

   NHTSA complaint #11666781 · source
8. Filed Mar 26, 2025MIEngine

   Water pump went out that's for some reason located inside the engine causing the water to leak into my engine and lose all power functions to the car it completely shut down on the highway. It's 10,000 repair on a 5 year old car due to faulty water pumps ridiculous

   NHTSA complaint #11650748 · source
9. Filed Mar 3, 202556,000 miNYEngine

   The contact owns a 2019 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while accelerating, the engine made a winding noise and hesitated before accelerating. The contact noticed white smoke coming from the rear end of the vehicle. The smoke was coming out of the exhaust pipe. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the right and left superchargers had failed, causing oil to get into the exhaust, causing the smoke. The vehicle had not been repaired. The…

   NHTSA complaint #11645972 · source
10. Filed Feb 2, 2025SDEngine

    Nov of 2023, overheated but no leak from engine was found and no antifreeze in radiator. TOOK to Mckie Ford they replaced the valve and noted thst there was antifreeze in the valve chamber and stated we needed a new engine. We purchased a new engine had it installed in Jan 2024 we paid for new engine. When we should not have as we did research on the engine and it was faulty but no recalls were in place at that time so we joined a claims action suit to help recover costs..

    NHTSA complaint #11640187 · source
11. Filed Jan 7, 2025TXEngine

    My engine is having to be replaced. It's at 100k miles. Costing me $5k for a replacement that is a used engine with 77k miles and 1 year warranty. I want to file a complaint. Car is still in the shop and I had to get a rental. I am a single mom with two kids. I had to pay all of this out of pocket.

    NHTSA complaint #11634522 · source
12. Filed Oct 28, 202470,000 miMITowedEngine

    The contact owns a 2019 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 MPH, there was an abnormal anti-freeze odor inside the cabin of the vehicle. The contact stated that the "overheat" and "temperature" gauge illuminated. The contact drove the vehicle back to the residence, parked the vehicle, and observed that anti-freeze was leaking onto the driveway. The contact had the vehicle towed to an independent mechanic and was informed that the water pump…

    NHTSA complaint #11622292 · source

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology