Est. out the door $26,958See this car
2026 Ford Explorer ST-Line
VIN 1FMUK8KH8TGA33297 · Stock #TGA33297
Est. out the door $44,311
Plus $377 dealer document fee. With 6.25% IL sales tax (est.). Title and registration extra.
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Year20265 others
TrimST-Line5 others
ColorBlack Metallic5 others
Specs
- Transmission
- 10-Speed Automatic
- Engine
- 2.3L 4-Cylinder In-Line
- Drivetrain
- 4WD
- Fuel
- Gas
- Body
- SUV
- Exterior
- Black Metallic
Safety and recalls
2026 Ford Explorer, from the US safety agency NHTSA.
- Overall
- ★★★★★
- Frontal crash
- ★★★★★
- Side crash
- ★★★★★
- Rollover
- ★★★★☆
15 recall campaigns issued for this model year
- INTERIOR LIGHTING 2026-11-02
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026-2027 Explorer Police Interceptor vehicles. A phantom "Global On" command in the overhead console may illuminate the map lights and prevent them from being turned off. As such, these vehicles fail to comply wi
Remedy: Dealers will replace the overhead consoles on vehicles built prior to July 9, 2026. Dealers will inspect the overhead console for a "SW2" marking on vehicles built after July 9, 2026 and replace as ne
- AIR BAGS:FRONTAL 2026-09-09
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Explorer vehicles. The active vent on the passenger side may not open as intended, preventing the air bag from deploying properly.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the passenger air bag module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 16, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number
- ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL 2026-08-25
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Explorer, Bronco, Bronco Sport, Mustang, and Ranger vehicles. The engine piston domes may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in piston dome failure and lead to a loss of drive power.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the engine pistons and replace the engine long block, if necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed September 3, 2026. Additional
- ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL 2026-08-13
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Explorer vehicles equipped with a 2.3L engine. The engine connecting rod bearings may seize, which can result in engine failure.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the engine long blocks, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 25, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this
- SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUST 2026-07-21
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2027 Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles. An unoccupied driver's seat may recline unintentionally during certain scenarios, such as remote unlock or remote start.
Remedy: Dealers will disable the driver seat module (DSM) feature until parts are available. Once available, the motor will be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters we
- SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY 2026-07-14
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2027 Aviator and 2020-2026 Explorer vehicles. The switch for the easy-entry second-row outer seats may bind or stick, resulting in the seats unlatching, tipping, or sliding unexpectedly.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the bezel around the switch as necessary, free of charge. This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model and mod
- ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL 2026-05-27
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Explorer, Ranger, and Bronco vehicles. The engine may fail, which can result in a loss of drive power.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the engine long block, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 23, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this
- VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:FAN/MOTOR 2026-03-31
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Lincoln Aviator and Explorer vehicles. The heating, ventilation and air-conditioning (HVAC) system may fail, which can cause the defrosting and defogging system to become inoperative.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and secure the instrument panel joints as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7
- ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL 2026-03-31
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Explorer and Mustang vehicles. The engine piston circlips may have been incorrectly installed during manufacturing, which can result in piston failure and engine damage, leading to a loss of drive power.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the engine for missing or mis-installed circlips and replace the engine as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2026. Owners may contact For
- SEAT BELTS 2026-03-17
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2026 Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles. The seat belt anchor bolts at the second-row outer seating positions may be improperly secured.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the second-row outer seat belt lower anchor bolts and replace or repair them as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 30, 2026. Owners may contac
- EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS 2026-03-03
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Explorer vehicles. The Dynamic Bending Light (DBL) system software may cause the passenger-side headlight to turn in the wrong direction when driving through curves in the road. As such, these vehicles f
Remedy: The headlight control module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 23, 2026. Owners may contact Fo
- VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD 2026-01-21
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Explorer vehicles. During manufacturing, the windshield may not have been properly bonded to the vehicle, allowing it to detach in a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Fede
Remedy: Dealers will remove and replace the windshield, free charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 30, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this
A campaign covers the model year, not every car.
Is this exact car affected? NHTSA checks it by VIN and shows any recall that has not been repaired.
Check this car's recallsBefore you buy, ask the dealer to confirm in writing that every recall on this VIN is completed. A dealer cannot sell a new car with an open recall.
45 owner complaints filed with NHTSA
- Unknown Or Other
- 12
- Electrical System
- 10
- Seats
- 7
- Engine
- 6
- Involving a crash
- 3
Counts cover every 2026 Explorer on the road, so popular models have more.
Ford offers for this car
From the Ford offer feed. Terms apply: confirm with the dealer.
Cash$4,000 cash back2026 Ford Explorer — Retail Customer Cash
Ends January 4, 2027
Program #14232: Take new retail delivery from dealer stock by 01/04/2027. See dealer for complete details.
Cash$500 cash back2026 Ford Explorer — Trade-In Assistance Bonus Cash
Ends November 16, 2026
Trade-In Assistance Bonus Cash(Program #31310): available to customers who currently own a 1995 or newer or lease a Ford, Lincoln, Mercury, or competitive car, truck, or SUV who trade in or have an expiring lease. Lease customers who have previously terminated their lease up to 30 days prior to the sale date of the new vehicle OR have a lease termination scheduled up to 90 days after the sale date of the new vehicle are also eligible. Take new retail delivery from dealer stock by 11/16/2026. Residency restrictions and standard exclusions apply. See dealer for complete details.
Cash$500 cash back2026 Ford Explorer — 2026 Military Recognition Exclusive Cash Reward
Ends January 4, 2027
Available on the purchase or lease of an eligible new 2025/2026/2027 model year Ford or Lincoln vehicle. Not available on Mustang® Dark Horse™, Mustang GTD®, F-150® Raptor®, Ranger® Raptor, Ford GT™ and Bronco® Raptor. Vehicle eligibility may change at any time. Dollar amount may vary by market. Available to U.S. residents only. Place a new retail order or take new retail delivery from an authorized Ford Dealer’s or Lincoln Retailer’s stock by 1/4/2027. Limit of five purchase or leases per household during the program offer (32894). Offer subject to dealer participation. May not be used/combined with any Ford/Lincoln private offer. See an authorized Ford Dealer or Lincoln Retailer, or go to www.fordrecognizesu.com, for complete details and eligibility (32894). Due to high demand and global supply chain constraints, some models, trims, and features may not be available or may be subject to change. Check with your local dealer for current information. Offer subject to confirmation of eligibility.
Price details
Dropped $5,038; last change November 10, 2026. Listed 38 days ago. Title and registration are extra. Tax is an estimate and varies by county.
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