Federal safety data shows 1 recalls and 200 complaints for the 2019 Ford Flex, a moderate safety profile overall. Check the known issues section below for the most common problem areas.

Recalls

200

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

25V7320002025-24-10

STRUCTURE:BODY

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Flex vehicles. The driver and front passenger B-Pillar door trim may detach while driving.

Door trim that detaches while driving can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

View at NHTSA

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Of 200 issues reported over 1 model years, back over prevention problems are the most common for the 2019 Ford Flex. A pre-purchase inspection should focus here first.

01Back Over Prevention78

02Unknown Or Other34

03Structure18

04Structure,back Over Prevention17

05Electrical System7

200 total across 1 model years (2019–2019)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Ford Flex Fuel Economy

17–19mpg combined

15-16city

21-23hwy

$2,300-$2,600/yr

The 2019 Ford Flex delivers 17 to 19 MPG combined across 3 powertrain combinations. If fuel cost matters to you, pay attention to engine and drivetrain. The spread is significant.

By Trim

Flex FWD - Automatic (S6)

19mpg

3.5L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

16 city23 hwy~$2,300/yr3/10 Poor

Flex AWD - Automatic (S6)

18mpg

3.5L 6-cyl · All-Wheel Drive

16 city22 hwy~$2,450/yr3/10 Poor

Flex AWD - Automatic (S6)

17mpg

3.5L 6-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive

15 city21 hwy~$2,600/yr3/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2019 Ford Flex

31States

29%in top 3

Michigan has the most inventory at 12%, with options spread across 31 states. Willing to ship? Your selection opens up significantly.

MIMichigan

4912%

FLFlorida

4110%

TXTexas

338%

ILIllinois

256%

CACalifornia

215%

WAWashington

195%

AZArizona

184%

MOMissouri

164%

MNMinnesota

133%

UTUtah

123%

OHOhio

123%

DCWashington DC

123%

INIndiana

102%

WIWisconsin

102%

COColorado

102%

DEDelaware

92%

OROregon

92%

KYKentucky

92%

PAPennsylvania

92%

VAVirginia

82%

OKOklahoma

72%

IAIowa

61%

GAGeorgia

61%

NV5

KS5

TN5

MD4

ID3

AR3

CT3

NY3

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2019.

Buying a 2019 Ford Flex?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 2019 Ford Flex a good car to buy?

The 2019 Ford Flex has its strengths and its watch-outs. 1 recall has been issued, so verify completion with the dealer. Owners report back over prevention as the area to watch most closely. Check the safety section for recall details and the pricing data to see if the numbers work for you.

Are there recalls on the 2019 Ford Flex?

There are 1 documented recall for the 2019 Ford Flex. Don't let that scare you; most are routine. Just make sure they're all resolved before you sign. Details in the safety overview.

What's the gas mileage of the 2019 Ford Flex?

You'll get between 17 and 19 MPG combined from the 2019 Ford Flex, depending on engine and drivetrain. That's a meaningful difference over time. The fuel economy table shows exactly which configs get what.

What are common problems with the 2019 Ford Flex?

Out of 200 owner complaints, back over prevention issues lead the pack. Get a pre-purchase inspection that specifically covers this area. The known issues breakdown has all the details.