2021 Ford Explorer Police Intercept
Only 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2021
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2021: 1 complaint
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 |
| 2015 | 6 |
| 2016 | 21 |
| 2017 | 9 |
| 2018 | 3 |
| 2019 | 0 |
| 2020 | 1 |
| 2021 | 1 |
| 2022 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 1 complaint on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Engine
1 of 1 total report mentions: engine.
Show complaint excerpts
Catalytic converter and it was confirmed by independent service center my car only has 88k miles There is a catalytic converter recall on year 2020 but Ford refuses to do a recall for the year 2021 and I have another car that have the same...
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-31
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2022-06-09Power train22V255000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Explorer Police FHEV, Explorer Police 3.3L, and 2020-2022 Explorer 2.3L RWD, 3.0L PHEV, 3.3L FHEV, and 3.0L ST GAS vehicles.
Remedy: Depending on the vehicle model, dealers will replace the bushing and axle cover, or update the electronic parking brake software. Repairs will be performed free of charge.
Buy-smart checklist
2021 Ford Explorer Police Intercept — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Engine: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 22V255000 · Power train
FAQ
- Is the 2021 Ford Explorer Police Intercept reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2021 Ford Explorer Police Intercept?
- The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2021 Ford Explorer Police Intercept have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.