Federal safety data shows 1 recalls and 234 complaints for the 2019 Ford Flex, a moderate safety profile overall. Check the known issues section below for the most common problem areas.

Recalls

234

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 234 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 Prevention92

02Unknown Or Other39

03Structure23

04Structure,back Over Prevention21

05Electrical System9

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

Ford Flex Fuel Economy

17–19mpg combined

15-16city

21-23hwy

$3,550-$3,950/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~$3,550/yr3/10 Poor

Flex AWD - Automatic (S6)

18mpg

3.5L 6-cyl · All-Wheel Drive

16 city22 hwy~$3,750/yr3/10 Poor

Flex AWD - Automatic (S6)

17mpg

3.5L 6-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive

15 city21 hwy~$3,950/yr3/10 Poor

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

Where to Find 2019 Ford Flex

35States

28%in top 3

Michigan has the most inventory at 14%, with options spread across 35 states. Willing to ship? Your selection opens up significantly.

MIMichigan

4914%

FLFlorida

288%

TXTexas

257%

CACalifornia

247%

AZArizona

216%

MOMissouri

175%

INIndiana

164%

ILIllinois

144%

PAPennsylvania

123%

UTUtah

113%

WAWashington

103%

GAGeorgia

103%

OHOhio

103%

VAVirginia

93%

DCWashington DC

93%

DEDelaware

82%

MNMinnesota

82%

OKOklahoma

82%

WIWisconsin

72%

OR6

NC6

NE5

NV5

MD4

KY4

AR3

NJ3

KS3

CO3

CT3

TN3

MA2

IA2

ND2

NY2

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 234 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.