2018 Ford Explorer
2018 Ford Explorer in NHTSA data: length 504 cm, curb weight 2,067–2,146 kg and 7 recall campaigns.
2018 Ford Explorer at a glance
NHTSA lists 2 specification rows for the 2018 Ford Explorer. Overall length is 504 cm (198.4 in), width 200 cm, height 177 cm and wheelbase 287 cm (113 in). Curb weight is 2,067–2,146 kg (4,557–4,731 lb). Against the 2017 model year NHTSA lists overall length 504 cm (2017: 504 cm) and curb weight 2,067–2,146 kg (2017: 2,067–2,146 kg).
Variants and dimensions
One row per variant as NHTSA’s Canadian vehicle specifications list it. Metric values are NHTSA’s; inches and pounds are converted here.
| Variant (as listed by NHTSA) | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Curb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EXPLORER 4DR SUV AWD | 504 cm198.4 in | 200 cm78.7 in | 177 cm69.7 in | 287 cm113 in | 2,146 kg4,731 lb |
| EXPLORER 4DR SUV FWD | 504 cm198.4 in | 200 cm78.7 in | 177 cm69.7 in | 287 cm113 in | 2,067 kg4,557 lb |
Recall campaigns for the 2018 Ford Explorer
NHTSA lists 7 recall campaigns for this make, model and model year. This is not a check of one car: whether a campaign is open on a specific vehicle depends on its VIN. Check an exact VIN on NHTSA.gov.
| Campaign | Reported | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26V448000 | 14 July 2026 | STRUCTURE:BODY | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Explorer vehicles. The roof rail covers may come loose and detach from the vehicle. |
| 26V101000 | 20 February 2026 | SUSPENSION:REAR | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Explorer vehicles. The rear suspension toe links may fracture. |
| 25V685000 | 10 October 2025 | EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ENGINE BLOCK HEATER | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Lincoln MKC, 2016-2023 Explorer, 2019-2020 Fusion, 2019-2024 Ranger, 2020-2022 Lincoln Corsair, Escape, 2021-2024 Bronco, Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. The engine block heater may crack and develop a coolant leak, causing it to short circuit… |
| 24V031000 | 19 January 2024 | STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2011-2019 Explorer vehicles. The A-pillar trim retention clips may not be properly engaged, allowing the trim to detach. |
| 21V316000 | 5 May 2021 | STRUCTURE:BODY | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Explorer vehicles. The retention pins could loosen and allow the roof rail covers to detach from the vehicle. |
| 19V633000 | 28 August 2019 | SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2020 F-150 and 2019-2020 F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 Super Duty pickup trucks, and 2018-2019 Ford Explorer, 2019-2020 Expedition, and 2020 Escape vehicles equipped with driver and/or passenger's manual front seat back recliner mechanisms. Also included are certain… |
| 18V807000 | 14 November 2018 | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 Ford Explorer vehicles equipped with 2.3L or 3.5L GTDI engine. Due to an assembly error, the fuel pressure sensor may leak fuel. |
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Data from NHTSA vPIC and the NHTSA recalls API, fetched 17 October 2026. See how the data is built.