2019 Ford Explorer — Known Issues & Recalls

The trim pieces that frame the left and right sides of your windshield have been under recall since January 2024, but your dealer says replacement parts aren't available. In March 2026, the driver's side trim piece flew off while you were driving at 30 mph, leaving your windshield unprotected and injuring your hand on the sharp broken edges. The repair will require Ford to provide and install replacement a-pillar applique trim pieces.

The B-pillar trim panels on both sides of your Explorer (the vertical panels between the front and rear doors) may become completely detached while driving because the adhesive or clips securing them have failed or are missing. This could create a hazard by leaving loose parts on the road. The dealership quoted $1,900 to repair this issue and indicated you'd need to pay out of pocket, even though the problem was discovered during a recall inspection.

Your 2019 Ford Explorer has a structural issue affecting the A-pillars (the vertical supports on either side of your windshield). You were notified of a recall for this problem, and when you took your vehicle to the dealer, they told you the replacement part wasn't available yet. Since then, you've noticed the trim on both the passenger and driver side A-pillars has become loose, and the vehicle still hasn't been repaired. The repair will likely involve replacing or re-securing the A-pillar assembly and its trim pieces.

Your 2019 Ford Explorer is subject to a safety recall (Campaign 24V031000) affecting the vehicle structure, but the repair part isn't currently available from Ford. You've been waiting longer than reasonable for the recall to be completed, and you've notified the manufacturer about the delay. Although you haven't experienced any actual failure yet, this structural issue should be addressed once parts become available.

The trim piece along the top edge of your B-pillar (the vertical support between your front and rear doors) has come loose and detached. The attachment appears to be failing because a mechanical anchor is missing and the adhesive bonding it in place has degraded, leaving adhesive residue on both the pillar and the back of the trim piece. This could allow the trim to fully detach while driving. Repair will likely involve replacing the trim piece and re-securing it with new anchors and adhesive.

Your 2019 Ford Explorer is subject to a recall (NHTSA Campaign 24V031000) related to the vehicle's structure. Your dealer has confirmed that the replacement part needed for this recall is not yet available, so the repair hasn't been completed yet. The repair will likely involve replacing or reinforcing the affected structural component once the part becomes available.

Your 2019 Ford Explorer is subject to a recall (NHTSA Campaign 24V031000) related to a structural issue, but the replacement part hasn't been made available yet. You've been waiting longer than expected for the repair, and your dealer hasn't been able to complete the work. No structural failure has occurred in your vehicle.

You've noticed a rattling noise coming from your windshield while driving at various speeds. Your Ford dealer identified that the exterior A-pillar trim clips (the trim pieces on either side of your windshield) are loose and need to be replaced. This issue is covered under a Ford recall, but replacement parts aren't currently available, so the repair hasn't been completed yet.

Your 2019 Ford Explorer is subject to a recall (NHTSA Campaign 24V031000) affecting the structure, but the required repair part has been unavailable for what you consider an unreasonable amount of time. Ford is aware of the delay, and you haven't experienced any actual failure yet.

Your car's driver's side door B-pillar trim clip (the plastic trim piece on the side of your door frame) detached while you were driving at 125,000 miles. You took your vehicle to the dealer thinking it would be covered under a recall, but the dealer said this specific part isn't included in the recall campaign and would need to be replaced at your own expense. The trim piece will need to be reattached or replaced with a new B-pillar trim clip and fasteners.

Your 2019 Ford Explorer has loose windshield trim pieces on the A-pillar (the vertical support between your windshield and door), which is causing a noticeable whistling or wind noise while you drive. Ford issued a recall for this issue, but the replacement parts weren't available when you took your vehicle to the dealer, and the repair still hasn't been completed. The fix will involve replacing or securing the A-pillar trim pieces with the correct parts once they become available.

Your vehicle was stolen and sold, and is now being relisted for sale. The vehicle has open recalls that have not been addressed. You should contact Ford immediately about any outstanding recalls before purchasing or operating this vehicle.

Your 2019 Ford Explorer's recall (24S02) for the exterior A-pillar trim is incorrectly marked as completed by Cornerstone Ford, even though the repair was never actually performed. The dealership has the required part but hasn't scheduled or completed the work, and you're unable to take it to another dealership because Ford's records show the recall as done. Getting this corrected will likely require Ford to update its records and either have the original dealership complete the repair or authorize another dealership to perform it.

Your Explorer is experiencing wind noise due to a recall issue (24V031) that was identified in 2024. The manufacturer hasn't yet made repair parts or service procedures available to fix the problem, even though the recall was issued. Getting this repaired will require waiting for Ford to release the remedy or contacting a dealer to see if a temporary solution is available.

Your Explorer sometimes fails to start, and you've had to wait 1-2 hours for it to start again on multiple occasions. Most recently, after a brief stop while driving, the vehicle wouldn't start at all and had to be towed 300 miles home. As of the report date, the vehicle still won't start despite having only 70,000 miles. The issue likely involves the fuel system or electrical components that enable starting.

Your accelerator became stuck in the wide-open position while you were entering the freeway. You've also received a safety recall notice (24S02/NHTSA recall 24V031) related to this issue. The fix will likely involve inspection and replacement of the accelerator pedal assembly or related throttle control components.

The B post panel (structural pillar) on your driver's side came loose and flew off while driving at highway speeds, damaging wiring and causing your air conditioning and rear tailgate to stop working. This has happened repeatedly on both sides of your vehicle despite previous repair attempts by Ford. The exterior panel isn't staying securely attached, creating a safety hazard and potential for further damage.

Your 2019 Ford Explorer is stalling repeatedly, especially when stopped at traffic lights or while idling, with the battery warning light coming on each time. The problem has persisted even after mechanics replaced the MAP sensor, spark plugs, and timing chain, and it returned about two months after the last repair at 130,000 miles. The stalling seems to happen more frequently when the temperature gauge reaches the midway point. A thorough diagnostic of your electrical and engine systems may be needed to identify the root cause.

Your transmission's torque converter failed before 60,000 miles and needed replacement at a cost of $4,000 — Ford is aware this is a common problem but hasn't issued a recall. Additionally, the rear main seal started leaking oil by 80,000 miles, another known issue Ford charges $3,800 to repair. Both problems appear to be widespread quality issues rather than isolated failures.

Your Ford dealer is refusing to perform a complimentary four-wheel alignment check, even though you have documentation indicating that a four-wheel alignment is required after replacing the rear toe arms on your 2019 Ford Explorer. You believe this alignment service should be covered at no charge given the necessary repair work.