# 2021 FORD EXPLORER — VISIBILITY/WIPER
> NHTSA complaint `2200449` · 2026-04-25 · Ford Motor Company
## Severity
- **Deaths:** 0
- **Injured:** 1
- **Fire:** No
- **Crash:** No
- **Police report:** No
- **Medical attention:** No
- **Vehicle towed:** No
## Vehicle
- **Make:** FORD
- **Model:** EXPLORER
- **Year:** 2021
- **Manufacturer:** Ford Motor Company
- **Component:** VISIBILITY/WIPER
- **Speed:** 30 mph
## Narrative
I am reporting a safety incident involving a 2021 Ford Explorer. While driving at normal speed, the hood unexpectedly flew open and struck the windshield, completely obstructing visibility and causing damage.  I did not open the hood prior to driving, and there were no prior warnings or indications of failure. The incident suggests a possible hood latch or secondary safety latch malfunction.  I am submitting this report due to a serious safety concern involving sudden loss of driver visibility.
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