2009 Ford Explorer recalls and problems

The 2009 Ford Explorer has 0 recalls and 33 owner complaints on file with NHTSA; the most reported problem area is engine.

2008 Ford Explorer
Pictured: a 2008 model; the 2009 may differ in details. Photo: 2008 Ford Explorer by IFCAR, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
How the 2009 compares
Fewest complaintsMost complaints

Lowest complaint count among 27 Explorer model years — 26th most.

0recalls
33complaints
5crashes
0fires
5injuries
78,000median miles

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not verified and not adjusted for sales. Ranking compares this model's own years only.

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0 recalls

No recall campaigns on file.

Recall text as published by NHTSA and the manufacturer.

What owners complain about

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA; one complaint can name several areas. Not verified by NHTSA.

Complaints by year filed

2009: 4 complaints20092010: 1 complaints20102011: 3 complaints20112012: 4 complaints20122013: 2 complaints20132014: 2 complaints20142015: 1 complaints20152016: 4 complaints20162017: 3 complaints20172018: 6 complaints201862020: 1 complaints20202021: 2 complaints20212

2009 vs. other Ford Explorer years

Owner complaints by model year; the darker bar is the 2009. Click a bar to switch year.

Questions

Does the 2009 Ford Explorer have recalls?

NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2009 Ford Explorer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to be sure.

What are the most common problems with the 2009 Ford Explorer?

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA most often mention engine (5), unknown or other (5), vehicle speed control (5). Complaints are consumer reports and are not verified by NHTSA.