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This 2026 Ford Explorer has stopped, stalled, hesitated and jerks after fuel fill-ups. It stopped twice for myself in busy intersections. The dealer has had it for weeks and when driving the vehicle back to me, stalled and hesitated for Ford Service dept. twice. They told me I could not have my car back for safety reasons.

FORD EXPLORER 2026 FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

I purchased this new car from Bell Ford on XXX. Since I have owned it, it has been under Fordâs care for almost 2 weeks at 2 different service departments. (I have owned for 90 days.) The car sputters and stops when putting on the gas from a start position. I ended up stalling in a busy intersection on [XXX] All the dash lights come on and then the engine light comes on. Says, take to dealer. They are replacing the fuel pump now and trying that. This car has less than 4900 miles on it. The car they have given me to use is not comparable.  INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

I have a brand new 2026 Ford Explorer ST.  There is a permanent haze on or between the glass windshield that does not come off with any cleaning agent and appears to be between the layer. The service manager at the dealership acknowledges seeing the haze and the reduced clarity but clains Ford will not warranty since it is not on a recall.  It is dangerous when the sun glare causes it to "glow" impairing clear visibilty of the road.  It is also evident and impairs during rain.  The difference is very evident when looking through the windshield versus the side windows at the same object,

FORD EXPLORER 2026 VISIBILITY/WIPER

Description  On your vehicle, it may be possible that one or more engine camshaft roller finger followers were not properly installed at the time of engine assembly.  Safety Risk  An improperly installed engine camshaft roller finger follower may result in engine failure, resulting in a no-start condition or a loss of motive power. A loss of motive power increases the risk of a crash. Your vehicle may also experience engine ticking or tapping noise, and or a low-volume oil leak due to this condition.  Remedy  A remedy is not yet available. Ford Motor Company is working to provide parts for this repair. When the remedy becomes available, Ford Motor Company will notify you via mail to schedule a service appointment with your dealer for repairs to be completed free of charge. The remedy is anticipated to be available 4TH quarter of 2026.  Next Steps  Contact your dealer for more information to schedule the free service.

FORD EXPLORER 2026 POWER TRAIN

At approximately 1,700 miles, my brand-new 2026 Ford Explorer ST (3.0L EcoBoost) suffered a sudden, catastrophic engine failure while driving, causing an immediate and dangerous loss of motive power. Prior to the failure, the engine experienced severe misfires. Following manufacturer Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) guidance regarding EcoBoost engine misfires, a step-colder spark plug heat range (NGK LTR7IX-11) was utilized to remedy pre-ignition. Ford Motor Company has denied warranty coverage for this catastrophic powertrain failure, falsely claiming the TSB-compliant heat-range plugs caused the destruction. The sudden loss of engine power poses an immediate safety hazard on public roads. I request an investigation into 2025-2026 Ford 3.0L EcoBoost spark plug issues, pre-ignition failures, and unfair warranty denials leaving dangerous vehicles unresolved."

FORD EXPLORER 2026 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

2026 Ford Explorer RWD — vehicle data sourced from FuelEconomy.gov.

The 2026 Ford Explorer RWD offers a compelling blend of efficiency and capability, boasting a strong safety status and a clean record with no recalls. Its turbocharged 2.3L engine and 10-speed automatic transmission deliver a combined 24 MPG, making it a practical choice for your daily adventures.

	2020	2021	2022	2023	2024	2025	2026
Price	—	—	—	$36,760	$36,760–$58,530	—	—
Engine Capacity	2.3L	3L	2.3L	2.3L	3L	2.3L	2.3L
Fuel Type	Regular	Regular	Regular	Regular	Regular	Regular	Regular
Transmission	Automatic (S10)	Automatic (S10)	Automatic 10-spd	Automatic 10-spd	Automatic (S10)	Automatic 10-spd	Automatic 10-spd
Body Type	Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD	Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD	Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD	Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD	Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD	Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD	SUV

Ford Explorer RWD (2026) Specifications