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2026 FORD ExplorerST
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Dimensions
Size & Interior Space
Length
198.8"
Width
78.9"
Height
69.9"
Wheelbase
119.1"
Front Headroom
40.7"
Front Legroom
43"
Rear Headroom
40.5"
Rear Legroom
39"
Cargo
16.3 cu ft
Max Cargo
85.3 cu ft
Practicality
Family & Safety Notes
Rear Seat Space: Roomy
39" rear legroom · plenty of space for adults
LATCH child seat anchors.Required on all U.S. passenger vehicles from 2002 onward. Confirm anchor positions in the owner's manual.
16.3 cu ft cargo. Fits a compact stroller with moderate grocery space.
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2026 FORD Explorer ST
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NHTSA Star Ratings
2026 FORD EXPLORER GAS SUV N/A 4WD
Overall
★★★★★(5/5)Frontal Crash
★★★★★(5/5)Side Crash
★★★★★(5/5)Side Pole
★★★★★(5/5)Rollover
★★★★☆(4/5)Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program. nhtsa.gov/ratings
Safety
NHTSA Recalls
Recall data for all 2026 FORD Explorer vehicles from the NHTSA database.
9 recalls found for 2026 FORD Explorer
Source: NHTSA Recalls Database. Data fetched in real time. Verify remedy status with your dealer.
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
#25V730000 →Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Lincoln Corsair, Lincoln Aviator, and Explorer vehicles. The windshield glass may have visible air bubbles, which can obscure the driver's visibility. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 205, "Glazing Materials."
Risk: Reduced visibility while driving can increase the risk of a crash.
ENGINE
#25V828000 →Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Explorer, Mustang, Lincoln Corsair, and 2025 Maverick vehicles. The cylinder head may have been improperly manufactured, which can cause the ball plugs to fail, resulting in an oil leak.
Risk: An oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components increases the risk of a fire. In addition, the loss of oil can result in engine seizure and loss of motive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
TRAILER HITCHES
#25V687000 →Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Explorer and 2024-2026 Lincoln Aviator vehicles. The trailer hitch assembly bolts may be loose.
Risk: While towing a trailer, loose trailer hitch bolts can cause a loss of vehicle handling and control, or cause the trailer to detach. Either of these conditions can increase the risk of a crash.
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
#26V024000 →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 Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 212, "Windshield Mounting."
Risk: In the event of a crash, windshield detachment can increase the risk of injury.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
#26V121000 →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 fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, " Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk: A headlight that turns incorrectly can result in increased glare to other road users, increasing the risk of a crash.
SEAT BELTS
#26V159000 →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.
Risk: A loose seat belt buckle may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:FAN/MOTOR
#26V202000 →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.
Risk: An inoperative windshield defrosting and defogging system may decrease the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL
#26V205000 →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.
Risk: An unexpected loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL
#26V343000 →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.
Risk: A sudden loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
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