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Ford Explorer Reliability through December 31, 2012
General NotesModels and statistics marked with an asterisk (*) have very low sample sizes. These results, visible only to logged-in members, provide only a rough estimate of car reliability.Any result under 20 repair trips per 100 cars is likely a result of the small sample size, and should be expected to increase to 20 or so in future updates.
New models often start out with high repair rates, and then improve as the manufacturer identifies and addresses common problems. MethodologyOnly successfully completed repairs are currently included in the analysis. Routine maintenance, most wear items, recalls, and problems fixed with just a reflash or warning light reset are not included.
2013 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
290-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Ford Explorer in Minnesota, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2012 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2012 | 2000 | 0 | Traction Contrel System engaged while on dry pavement. I was unable to disengage TCS. Engine reving high as a result of TCR. Brought to dealer to see RCA. Results inconclusive. Dealer updated ECU and Antilock firware to latest rev. |
2013 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
290-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Ford Explorer in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2012 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2013 | 5000 | 0 | replaced clip in glove box. did not fix. then said plastic on fender well rubbing. claimed to fix it. still rattles |
| Feb | 2013 | 5000 | 0 | brakes squeaking with only 6000 miles on it. pulling to the right also. |
2012 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
290-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Ford Explorer in Dominican Republic | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2011 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2011 | 620 | 0 | At 140 km/h a vibrating noise was generated by the windshield. after consulting with the dealer, he indicated that was a not frequent but known outside side frame issue. What they do is detach and reattach for a firmer fit. Took 4 hours. |
| May | 2012 | 3900 | 0 | Back led running lights were not working. Burnt. |
| Mar | 2013 | 7440 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Ford Explorer in Kentucky, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2011 | 2000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2011 | 2000 | 0 | Driver's - side mirror LED panel window has water/condensation inside. |
| Mar | 2013 | 13000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2012 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
290-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Ford Explorer in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2011 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2011 | 7000 | 0 | Door panel keypad shorted out, causing door locks to constantly lock / unlock until battery died. |
| Jan | 2012 | 11000 | 0 | Car would not start, error code "Ignition System Fault" on the console. Dealer said the security code in the key was throwing errors. Also said battery was throwing errors. Replaced key and battery. |
| Mar | 2012 | 15000 | 0 | SYNC system black screen on update. Couldn't reboot. |
| Apr | 2013 | 42000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Ford Explorer in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2011 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2012 | 4000 | 0 | The A-pillar trim piece was slightly faded when I took delivery of the car, so this service was scheduled to replace it at no charge. |
| Ford Explorer in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2011 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2011 | 2000 | 0 | Buzz sound in Right A pillar |
| Feb | 2012 | 4000 | 0 | Plastic A pillars and gaskets replaced per Ford TSB |
| Mar | 2012 | 5000 | 0 | Plastic A pillar on passenger side blew off going down the Freeway. Dealer replaced both plastic A pillars |
| Oct | 2012 | 12700 | 0 | MyFordTouch screen quit working. Dealer ordered and replaced the APIM an loaded the latest version 3.2.2 of MFT |
| Apr | 2013 | 17000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2011 Ford Explorer
Engine not specified
| Ford Explorer in Ohio, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2011 | 1000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2011 | 2000 | 0 | Car made screeching noise from engine right after ignition. Dealer could not replicate. |
2011 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
290-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Ford Explorer in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2011 | 1000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2011 | 3000 | 0 | Repaired trim Radio intermittently receiving signals. |
| Dec | 2011 | 20000 | 0 | microsoft sync system has many issues and needs update that is very time consuming and not user friendly |
| Jan | 2012 | 22000 | 0 | leak from cooling system/heater core. Had to remove dash to replace part! |
| Oct | 2012 | 31700 | 0 | loose rear-view mirror |
| Dec | 2012 | 33000 | 150 | Dead battery |
| Mar | 2013 | 43000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2011 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
290-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Ford Explorer in Ohio, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2011 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2011 | 0 | ABS activated causing sudden slowdowns when taking 3-4 degree turn at 38-42 miles/hr. Replaced part BB5Z*3F818*A Sensor - Steering Rotation | |
| Jun | 2011 | 8000 | 0 | replaced passenger seat airbag wiring assembly... wires broke from moving the seat full forward |
| Ford Explorer in Indiana, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2011 | 1000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2011 | 1000 | 0 | MyFordTouch had some issues. Dealer said that they needed to update the software. Problems were, cell phone would not sync, clock not keeping time. |
| Ford Explorer in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2011 | 151000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2011 | 151000 | 500 | car just sounded wrong-at first planned to drive it till it fell apart- maybe a week later learned it probably needs rear differential rebuilt-parked it. |
| Ford Explorer in Missouri, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2011 | 1000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2011 | 1000 | 0 | software update |
| Jul | 2011 | 7000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2008 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic AWD
| Ford Explorer in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2010 | 28000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2010 | 32000 | 0 | broken hinge on drivers side vanity mirror. |
| Aug | 2011 | 36500 | 150 | Ignition Switch was bad causing the interior lights to stay on/come on. |
| Nov | 2011 | 39000 | 0 | drivers side exhaust manifold studs broken (2). loud ticking/putt putt sound during cold start |
| Jun | 2012 | 43500 | 495 | right front wheel bearings/hub replaced |
| Mar | 2013 | 50000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2008 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| Ford Explorer in Wisconsin, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2010 | 31000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2010 | 34000 | 0 | The rims on the car were corroding. 4 new rims and sensor bands were ordered and installed on the next visit. |
| Dec | 2011 | 45000 | 150 | Moaning from front end, both front wheel bearings needed to be replaced. |
| Jun | 2012 | 48000 | 0 | Front Driver axle seal was leaking. The dealer replaced the seal. |
| Jul | 2012 | 48700 | 0 | Ticking sound from right side of engine. The Exhaust manifold was replaced and 3 broken exhaust manifold studs had to be extracted and replaced. |
| Nov | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2008 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| Ford Explorer in Iraq | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2010 | 25 | The (Service RSC Now)warning came back again, the dealership checked it and this time they said its the YAW sensor, they ordered it; they told me this is covered by the warranty. i supposed to get it in 2 weeks(2 weeks ago) | |
| Dec | 2010 | 15500 | 105 | The vehicle was losing power, transmission was changing was rough. transmission was reprogrammed, fuel filter and spark plugs were replaced. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Ford Explorer in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2009 | 0 | Driver side power running board faulty, would not retract. Error message on display saying "Driver door ajar". Door switch replaced under warranty. | |
| Nov | 2010 | 32240 | 0 | Power Runnung board stopped working when door opened and closed. |
| Mar | 2013 | 49600 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Ford Explorer in Kentucky, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2010 | 70000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2011 | 88700 | 450 | Routine Brake Job |
| Aug | 2011 | 91300 | 620 | Both Front Wheel Bearing Hubs replaced. |
| Nov | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2007 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| Ford Explorer in Ohio, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2009 | 36000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2009 | 37000 | 50 | power running board frozen and motor burned up |
| Apr | 2010 | 46000 | 200 | rear wiper motor replaced |
| Jul | 2012 | 64300 | 50 | Bad alternator, producing intermittent charging problem. Have to wait till Aug 1 to receive a replacement alternator..apparent shortage of cores |
| Sep | 2012 | 65000 | 0 | Replace sway bar link and set of tires. |
| Dec | 2012 | 70000 | 53 | Ac hose |
| Mar | 2013 | 76000 | 0 | Replace alternator that was replaced 9 mths ago, still under warranty |
| Ford Explorer in Michigan, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2009 | 45000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2009 | 55000 | 400 | RR Left Front Wheel Bearing assembly |
| Apr | 2013 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2007 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| Ford Explorer in Illinois, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2009 | 21000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2009 | 22000 | 56 | Front tire was loosing air. Dealer found the tire valve was leaking and replaced valve. |
| Nov | 2011 | 56000 | 125 | Coolant leak at the thermostat. Replaced gasket and fixed the coolant leak. |
| Mar | 2013 | 76000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Ford Explorer in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2009 | 31000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2009 | 37200 | 0 | Rear wiper motor stopped working |
| Jan | 2011 | 50600 | 2700 | 3rd row electric "stow" seats would not raise/lower. Some form of latch needed to be replaced on both seats. |
| Sep | 2012 | 72540 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2006 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic RWD
| Ford Explorer in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2007 | 11000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2007 | 12000 | 0 | Common problem with Explorers with 6 speed transmission where transmission downshifts from 2 to 1 harsh when coming to a stop. Service bulleting was issued in November that reprogrammed the transmission and e-learned new shift strategy. |
| Aug | 2008 | 15000 | 0 | Two problems fixed; 1. Occasionally difficult to shift from park. Gear selector lever was replaced. 2. Ping or Click noise when reversing and going back to forward. Problem was found in right rear driveshaft, which was replaced. |
| Oct | 2010 | 28000 | 0 | Right 3rd row seat would not rise. Gear assembly with motor was stuck. Removed cover behind 3rd row seat to access the assembly. Applied grease to the gears and it started working, thought it is not as smooth as the left side seat. |
| Mar | 2012 | 35000 | 18 | Found radiator having a slow leak. Inserted Bars Leak Stop tablets into radiator and filled overflow reservoir with new coolant. Leak is now stopped but most likely this is a temporary fix. |
| Sep | 2012 | 37000 | 244 | Passenger side power 3rd row seat back not elevating. The motor gearbox was broken. Ordered replacement part and replaced it by myself. |
| Mar | 2013 | 39000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Ford Explorer in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2007 | 30000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2007 | 31000 | 0 | Transmission would kick when shifting into first when comming to a stop. |
| May | 2009 | 50000 | 100 | Performed TSB for known transmission issue when shifting from 2nd to 1st. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2006 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| Ford Explorer in Kentucky, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2007 | 10000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2008 | 14000 | 0 | Rough downshift into 1st, either while stopping, or while accelerating. |
| Dec | 2009 | 29000 | 0 | Car was dificult to shift into gear from park |
| Apr | 2012 | 43000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Ford Explorer in Illinois, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2007 | 24000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2008 | 25000 | 0 | Truck was at dealer for late engagement of shift into 1st gear from a stop and a bump feeling when coming to a stop. TSB 07-23-2 was performed. Truck still has same symptoms. Ford tech being contacted by dealer. Customer waits for answers. |
| Feb | 2008 | 26000 | 0 | Continuation of existing problem. TSB has been superceeded by TSB08-3-8. When dealer tried to reflash they received message of latest software installed. Delayed engagement and bump stop still exist. Rear window defogger has burnt out line. Dealer needs to order a fresh repair kit. |
| Apr | 2008 | 28000 | 0 | Reflash ECM and TCM and problem is solved for now. Rear window defroster line repaired with kit that needed to be ordered. |
| Jan | 2010 | 50300 | 0 | Driver's side back seat (2nd row) seat belt jammed as it was being pulled out to be used. Will not release or rewind. Dealer ordered new seat belt. Repair covered under the 5 year 50,000 mile safety warranty. |
| Mar | 2011 | 66000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2006 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD
| Ford Explorer in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2006 | 0 | Factory Warranty repair: Rear right passenger door window will not work from the driver's controls. Had to have passenger use the door control to roll window up and down a few times before driver's control would work. Both switches replaced. | |
| Feb | 2006 | 0 | Factory Warranty repair: Rear left passenger door out of alignment and hitting the trim of the step rail. Door was removed and re-installed. Trim had to be buffed, painted, re-glazed where door was hitting it. | |
| Apr | 2007 | 0 | Factory Warranty repair-issue not resolved. Gear shift lock will not release when brake depressed. 2 visits to same dealership; problem not yet resolved. Escalating issue through warranty company. | |
| Oct | 2007 | 21000 | 0 | Selected Transmission/Drivetrain - Difficulty in getting gear shift to engage. 3rd trip to a dealership for this problem. This dealership finally got it right. This time was told that the problem is a 'known problem' at Ford but no recall. Rear passenger, driver side, window would not roll down with either the switch on that door or with the master control. Both switch's replaced. 2nd time to a dealership for this problem, only this dealership replaced the master control as well as the ne |
| Dec | 2011 | 45000 | 700 | Starter went out. Learned this is a known issue in model years through 2006. Ford never issued a recall. |
2005 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
239-horsepower 4.6L V8 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| Ford Explorer in Michigan, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2008 | 43000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2008 | 44000 | 0 | Had a reputable transmission shop check trans due to somewhat hard shifts at times. They checked the trans bands, solenoids, fluid, pressure test etc. and found everything was good. Owner said that 'hard shifts' at times is common with this vehicle. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2005 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| Ford Explorer in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2008 | 48000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2009 | 52000 | 100 | ball joints on drivers side |
| Jun | 2009 | 52000 | 200 | EGR valve was replaced due to computer sensor problem. A previous design where there are two chips and the EGR valve would have worked just as well and been cheaper to repair by at least a $120.00. Ford does not have a better idea. |
| Sep | 2011 | 68000 | 500 | new brakes all around. new tires all around. new fuel pump and filter. shocks front, spring stiffeners all around, upper/lower ball joints left side. |
| Nov | 2011 | 69000 | 180 | upper and lower ball joint drivers side. |
| Jun | 2012 | 75000 | 0 | THE CAR HAS A BAD REAR BEARING...HOWEVER WHILE IT COULD BE EVEN BY THE TECH IT WAS DECIDED UNTIL IT BECAME WORSE TO LEAVE IT ALONE. IT IS BECOMING LOUDER SO I AM CERTAIN THIS WILL BE REPLACED AS I FIRST THOUGHT. THIS HAS BEEN A GOOD TRUCK |
| Feb | 2013 | 78000 | 0 | Somehow the noise in the rear axle worked itself out. |
| Ford Explorer in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2009 | 71000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2010 | 84000 | 275 | squeaking noise |
| Jul | 2010 | 86000 | 400 | fuel injection clog |
| Aug | 2010 | 87500 | 347 | bearings in the wheel needed to be replaced |
| Dec | 2011 | 100000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Ford Explorer in New Hampshire, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2008 | 53000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2008 | 55000 | 0 | Strut cartridge failure on back left wheel caused a loud thumping sound to enter the cabin when traveling over road irregularities. Fixed under extended warranty. |
| Jul | 2009 | 61000 | 500 | Brake pads and rotors required replacement. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Ford Explorer in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2008 | 23000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2008 | 24000 | 0 | Rear door on passenger side would not open. Inside and outside handles had no effect. Door locks cycled (many times) would eventually get door open. |
| Apr | 2009 | 31000 | 0 | Slow engagement into reverse. Intermediate band found to be burnt, valve body out of tolerance. Replace bad parts, rebuild transmission and flush system. Radiator also failed (side tank leak) and was replaced |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2004 Ford Explorer
Engine not specified
| Ford Explorer in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2009 | 63860 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2009 | 64480 | 230 | Air conditioning was recharged. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2004 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD
| Ford Explorer in Wisconsin, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2010 | 90000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2010 | 95000 | 5300 | The car was shaking at idle. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2004 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic AWD
| Ford Explorer in Connecticut, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2009 | 800 | Replaced rear axle (limited slip) for the second time under warranty. ALso replaced radio subwoofer, and front wheel bearing. | |
| Jul | 2009 | 4300 | Replaced transmission. I had reported hard shifting and other transmission problemds to Ford since the vehicle was new but they did not fix it. After the factory extended warranty (75K miles) ran out, the transmission failed entirely. | |
| Aug | 2010 | 107000 | 200 | The rear limited-slip differential started chattering again on slight turns. It has done this repeatedly since delivery. The temporary "fix" is to replace the rear lube with new 140W synthetic lube and add the special XL3 friction modifier. |
| Nov | 2010 | 108000 | 50 | Replaced bad tire pressure warning sensor inside the tire/wheel assy. They have a long life (5 yr) battery, but that wasn't the problem. Road Salt had corroded the metal cap that screws on to the metal stem to add air to the tire. Junk. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2004 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| Ford Explorer in Kentucky, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2009 | 66000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2010 | 80000 | 180 | Front Pinion Seal Replaced (Leaking). Also had Rear differential oil replaced (Maintenance) |
| Oct | 2010 | 86000 | 700 | Rear wheel bearings howling - New bearings installed, TSB. Rear Differential Seals Leaking - New Seals installed, TSB. |
| Jun | 2011 | 92000 | 20 | "creaking" sound when going over speed bumps. Replaced front sway bar bushings with aftermarket ones that could be lubricated via grease gun |
| Jul | 2012 | 107000 | 250 | Rt wheel bearing found loose during brake pad replacement Found upper ball joint boot cracker on RT side |
| Jan | 2013 | 110000 | 150 | Car would not turn over when attempting to start |
| Mar | 2013 | 110000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Ford Explorer in Maryland, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2007 | 0 | Transmission slipping. Warranty repair. | |
| Jan | 2009 | 375 | Gas level sensor replaced. Had to drop the tank. | |
| Jan | 2010 | 0 | First oily leak ever. It's the CV boot. Mechanic said to let it get worse before repairing. Mechanic could hear front left and right rear bearings starting to make rrrhing noise but decided to let them get worse before replacing. | |
| Feb | 2010 | 552 | Replace heater hose, flush radiator fluid and replace. Hose rubbing up against AC unit for 6 years finally rubbed a hole in it. Used dealer shop. | |
| Oct | 2010 | 137300 | 1500 | Replaced left front wheel bearing. Also got new Fireston Destination Tires and new brakes. Car now makes a road whirring sound from 35 mph to 45 mph. Had differentials and transfer case drained and refilled including friction modifier. |
| Dec | 2010 | 138000 | 845 | Replaced alternator and emergency brake shoes. |
| Feb | 2011 | 138000 | 2300 | Replace rear differential |
| May | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2003 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
239-horsepower 4.6L V8 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| Ford Explorer in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2007 | 43000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2007 | 44000 | 160 | Broken heat shield on front transfer case. Broken duct vent in dash. |
| May | 2008 | 52000 | 0 | Broken duct vent in dash. Rear window motor replaced. |
| Apr | 2009 | 62000 | 750 | Left and right front wheel bearings replaced under extended warranty. Transmission problem fixed with computer flash at owner's expense. Pinion seal and rear axle seals replaced under extended warranty. |
| Feb | 2010 | 74000 | 1000 | Replaced front & rear shocks/springs, replaced upper & lower ball joints. |
| Dec | 2010 | 83000 | 1500 | Paint on hood was bubbling due to iron contamination in aluminum hood (see TSB 06-25-15 ALUMINUM BODY PANELS - CORROSION). Aluminum hood replaced with steel hood & repainted. Vehicle was beyond paint warranty time frame. |
| Aug | 2011 | 93000 | 200 | Replaced all 8 ignition coils and spark plugs. |
| Jun | 2012 | 104000 | 400 | Replaced all seals and fluid in rear differential. |
| Dec | 2012 | 112000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Ford Explorer in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2005 | 2000 | Don't remember all the dates but the transmission was rebuilt 2x out of warranty and then replaced completely and paid for by Ford Canada & the dealership. Also antilock & reverse sensors repaired 3x in warranty. Heater blower, cruise control and computer | |
| Dec | 2007 | 143840 | 465 | Heater Blower Fan |
| Apr | 2008 | 154380 | 90 | Wiring harness for windows loose. |
| Jun | 2008 | 154380 | 200 | New ignition on the steering column since the old one came out with the key |
2003 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| Ford Explorer in Connecticut, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2006 | 660 | Front pinion seal leak; Power window (rear) drive/switch replacement. Covered by ESP. | |
| Aug | 2007 | 2000 | Rear differential bearings; front sway bar bushings; both front lower ball joints; solenoid pack for the transmission. Covered under ESP plan, $2k was quoted cost w/o plan. | |
| Nov | 2007 | 72000 | 100 | Shifter was difficult to place in park after driving; TSB addressed the problem, part repaired. |
| Aug | 2009 | 100000 | 50 | Rear spring on the passenger side was broken. |
| Feb | 2011 | 127000 | 600 | Driver's front wheel bearing, sway bar links. |
| Nov | 2012 | 154700 | 250 | P0301 CODE REGULARLY SENT, NO RESOLUTION |
| Dec | 2012 | 156000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Ford Explorer in British Columbia, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2007 | 85560 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2007 | 86800 | 90 | Suspension started sqeaking at bumps. Opened and lubricated. |
| Apr | 2009 | 99200 | 701 | Bearing made noise |
| Jun | 2010 | 118420 | 450 | Check Engine Light came on. Driver side Oxygen sensor needed to be replace. |
| Jul | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2003 Ford Explorer 4-door
8-cylinder automatic 4WD
| Ford Explorer in Illinois, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2007 | 38000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2007 | 39000 | 0 | took 03 explorer to ford dealer for a number of repairs covered under extended warranty with 50.00 deductable.window motor front end boot replaced factory radio door ajar sensor |
| Dec | 2007 | 40000 | 50 | replaced front rocker arms |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2002 Ford Explorer
Engine not specified
| Ford Explorer in Oregon, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2008 | 69000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2008 | 70000 | 3000 | Third gear clusters out on 5-speed automatic transmission. Common occurance on 2002 Explorers with this particulr transmission. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2002 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
239-horsepower 4.6L V8 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| Ford Explorer in Illinois, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2007 | 92000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2008 | 102000 | 800 | Air compresser failure. |
| Apr | 2012 | 167000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2002 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD
| Ford Explorer in Indiana, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2007 | 109000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2008 | 114000 | 500 | Problem with rear wheel bearings, worn out. |
| Aug | 2008 | 118700 | 900 | Replace rear end, later fix seal leaks on new rear end. |
| Oct | 2008 | 122000 | 1250 | Transmission failure, replaced with rebuilt transmission. |
| Feb | 2009 | 126000 | 700 | The rear wheel bearings were replaced due to completely being worn out (they were smoking and creaking). This was formerly misreported on Truedelta, last year the rear end was replaced. |
| Jul | 2010 | 142000 | 0 | Driver's power window. |
| Sep | 2010 | 142000 | 0 | When sold had some noise coming from the rear end, a high pitched whining sound when accelerating, but we didn't do anything about it. Also some squeaking when driving over bumps at low speeds from the front suspension, but it has done that forever. |
| Ford Explorer in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2007 | 70000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2008 | 74000 | 264 | Emission sensor needed replacing. |
| May | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2002 Ford Explorer 4-door
6-cylinder automatic 4WD
| Ford Explorer in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2007 | 109740 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2008 | 113460 | 290 | Left rear wheel bearing replaced. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2001 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| Ford Explorer in Ohio, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2010 | 137000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2011 | 144000 | 200 | Replaced upper and lower intake manifold gaskets for 2 codes. Right and Left banks running lean. |
| Aug | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Ford Explorer in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2012 | 116000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2012 | 116000 | 108 | intermittent juttering low rmps .. dealer said it was number two plug was bad said it would cost 670 to repalce plugs wire and coil.. i declined and replaced myself problems still happening. same problem intermittent jutter took to three other shops all said differnt thing had first tech tested fuel pump pressure ok said torque converter. one tech had it for two still no resolution. ready to trade the car in never buying a ford |
| Ford Explorer in Missouri, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2009 | 155000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2009 | 156000 | 500 | Replaced Valve body in transmission myself. Using knowledge from Explorer forum.com and have driven 1500 miles since and problem hasn't came back. A lot of Explorers see problems as early as 80,000 with regular maint. Mine was an exception. |
| Jan | 2011 | 166000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2000 Ford Explorer
Engine not specified
| Ford Explorer in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2008 | 80000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2008 | 80000 | 0 | Leaking head gasket, burning coolant. Quoted $1500, not worth cost of repair. At least one if not more fuel injectors bad, not cost effective coupled with leaking head gasket. |
| Oct | 2008 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2000 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| Ford Explorer in Yukon Territory, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2009 | 55800 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2009 | 56420 | 450 | Front driver's side lower ball joint replaced. |
| Sep | 2009 | 56420 | 650 | Installed both upgraded timing chain tensioners and replaced gaskets |
| Mar | 2010 | 58280 | 700 | Passenger tie rod replaced Drivers side CV joint broken. Replaced entire axle |
| May | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2000 Ford Explorer 4-door
8-cylinder automatic AWD
| Ford Explorer in Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2008 | 92000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2008 | 97000 | 1066 | Car made roaring sound at speed. Both right and left bearings were bad. Car drives fine now. |
| May | 2009 | 101000 | 1800 | Replaced upper/lower ball joints. Car is AWD. |
| Nov | 2009 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2000 Ford Explorer 4-door
8-cylinder automatic 4WD
| Ford Explorer in North Carolina, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2008 | 106000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2008 | 107000 | 940 | Both front wheel bearing pack noisy--replaced |
| Jun | 2012 | 125000 | 1100 | Ball joints |
2000 Ford Explorer 4-door
6-cylinder automatic 2WD
| Ford Explorer in Mississippi, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2009 | 169000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2009 | 170000 | 411 | the vehicle lost power and would only accelerate to a speed no greater than 40 MPH. mechanic replaced the intake set and an upper plenum. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
1999 Ford Explorer
Engine not specified
| Ford Explorer in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2011 | 102000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2011 | 106000 | 390 | Replaced brakes |
| Jul | 2012 | 110000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
1999 Ford Explorer 4-door
8-cylinder automatic 2WD
| Ford Explorer in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2009 | 97000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2009 | 98000 | 550 | warning light on for brakes warning light on for oil pressure |
| Jun | 2012 | 112000 | 41 | Interior passenger hand grip |
| Mar | 2013 | 115000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Ford Explorer in Wisconsin, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2010 | 160000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2010 | 165000 | 340 | Fuel neck had a crack in it. Service engine light on. Would not pass WI emissions |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
1999 Ford Explorer 4-door
6-cylinder automatic AWD
| Ford Explorer in North Carolina, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2011 | 162000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2012 | 168000 | 985 | Needed three complete ball joints replaced. |
| Jan | 2013 | 168000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
1998 Ford Explorer 4-door
6-cylinder manual 4WD
| Ford Explorer in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2008 | 140000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2008 | 142000 | 200 | Brake pulsing. Replaced pads and rotors. |
| Dec | 2008 | 158000 | 130 | Radiator and tank leaking. Replaced radiator. |
| Feb | 2009 | 170000 | 200 | OBDII indicated bad O2 sensor. I replaced all three sensors, and reset the check engine light. |
| Jun | 2009 | 178000 | 224 | Front wheel bearings noisy. Replaced hub, bearings, seals, ABS sensor as a unit, both sides. Took about 3 hours. |
| May | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
1998 Ford Explorer 4-door
6-cylinder automatic AWD
| Ford Explorer in Minnesota, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2009 | 108000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2009 | 108000 | 800 | Car lost ability to accelerate while I was driving on the highway. I coasted up an exit and called a tow truck. Repair shop couldn't find a smoking gun but replaced a few different things. |
| Aug | 2009 | 109000 | 200 | AC blowing hot air - had lost all coolant - still don't know if there is a leak or not but I have some cool air now. |
| Jul | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
1998 Ford Explorer 4-door
6-cylinder automatic 4WD
| Ford Explorer in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2008 | 110000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2008 | 112000 | 2500 | transmission failed all sensors and torque converter |
| Sep | 2008 | 120000 | 145 | Short in wire caused engine failures. Idler pulley snapped off, tension pulley broke and serpentine belt broke. |
| Oct | 2008 | 120000 | 100 | Bearing on driver side went bad-- replaced bearing and hub |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Ford Explorer in Ohio, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2009 | 126000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2009 | 127000 | 0 | Repaired the dim LED issue on radio. Purchased rebuilt powersupply from online vendor. Very satisfied. The first time this happened the radio was repaired under extended warranty. This time I repaired myself for 25% of the cost of a dealership repair. |
| Aug | 2012 | 127000 | 75 | Speedo and Odometer intermittently stop working. Problem was a bad instrument cluster printed circuit membrance. Replaced cluster with used unit and it works fine. |
| Sep | 2012 | 127000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
1998 Ford Explorer 4-door
6-cylinder automatic 2WD
| Ford Explorer in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2008 | 148000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2009 | 153000 | 145 | Sway bar replaced. |
| Feb | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
1997 Ford Explorer 4-door
8-cylinder automatic AWD
| Ford Explorer in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2008 | 166000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2008 | 169000 | 1100 | Front wheel bearings were damaged and causing severe vibration. Valve cover oil leak. Gaskets replaced. 3 sensors replaced. |
| Jul | 2008 | 175000 | 0 | Transmission is begining to slip badly. Not worth repairing. Purchased a new vehicle. |
| Dec | 2008 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
1997 Ford Explorer 4-door
8-cylinder automatic 2WD
| Ford Explorer in New Mexico, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2008 | 124000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2008 | 131000 | 300 | Door latch broken, door would not open |
| Sep | 2008 | 131000 | 400 | Ball joint replacement. |
| Jul | 2009 | 144000 | 450 | Leaking coolant hose Split radiator seam |
| Aug | 2009 | 144000 | 0 | Sold because needed many repairs, including a new ball joint, new suspension (all four wheels)... also needed new A/C seals (had degraded to the point of adding a can of freon every month)... door latch failure... an overhead dome light that would not shut off unless you removed the fuse... and the check engine light was dancing on and off (indicative of the need for a new oxygen sensor ....again). |
1997 Ford Explorer 4-door
6-cylinder manual 4WD
| Ford Explorer in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2008 | 245000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2008 | 248000 | 200 | Electrical cable at starter shorted out, requiring vehicle to be towed to shop. |
| Aug | 2008 | 251000 | 20 | Leaking power steering fluid. Found leak at steering rack, but decided not to replace, adding "Stop Leak" and replacing fluid, instead. Leak has been greatly reduced or eliminated since then. |
| Aug | 2009 | 261000 | 885 | Replaced 1st gear synchronizer with used unit. Replaced transfer case (slipping in coast mode) with used unit. Front brake pads completely worn, replaced |
| Sep | 2009 | 261000 | 320 | Replaced steering rack with rebuilt unit. Old unit was leaking power steering fluid. |
| Jan | 2010 | 265000 | 350 | Replaced right front ball joints and muffler clamp. Car was also in for annual inspection, oil service, and TSB on brake switch. |
| Jan | 2011 | 277000 | 333 | No heat, replaced thermostat Rear spring shackles too rusty to pass inspection, replaced. Also replaced loose front ball joints. Vehicle passed inspection after repairs. |
| Mar | 2011 | 278000 | 40 | Alternator failed. Replaced with used part. |
| Feb | 2012 | 285000 | 794 | Replaced left front lower ball joint to pass inspection Replaced cat-back exhaust pipe and muffler to pass inspection Replaced all 4 brake rotors and pads to pass inspection |
| Jun | 2012 | 288000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
1997 Ford Explorer 4-door
6-cylinder automatic 4WD
| Ford Explorer in Maine, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2008 | 145000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2008 | 146000 | 750 | Intake manifold blew and dumped all coolant all over the place. |
| Jun | 2008 | 150000 | 150 | battery cable clamp corroded through to the point it could no longer hold the battery post and drained the battery to it's doom at the same time |
| Nov | 2009 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Ford Explorer in British Columbia, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2008 | 102300 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2008 | 103540 | 1000 | Broken belt for power steering. When towed discovered no coolant and cause was due to leak in heating coil that also need to be replaced. Leaking coolant from heating coil. |
| Jun | 2008 | 103540 | 550 | No airconditioning because of leaking coolant. |
| Aug | 2008 | 104780 | 250 | Unable to start car from park position in transmission. Intermittent problem. Somewhat improvement after repair. |
| Jan | 2011 | 117380 | 450 | Power chair did not move back or forth. Repaired power seat switch. |
| Jul | 2011 | 120060 | 450 | rust on tire rims leading to flat tires. dead rear lightbulb. |
| Sep | 2012 | 125240 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
1996 Ford Explorer
Engine not specified
| Ford Explorer in Georgia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2010 | 142000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2010 | 143000 | 450 | Replaced driver side front door lock mechanism. Was not working at all. |
| Dec | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
1996 Ford Explorer 4-door
8-cylinder automatic AWD
| Ford Explorer in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2010 | 205000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2011 | 208000 | 120 | Headlight out lamp indicated driver's side headlight not functioning. Replaced bulbs, but light not repaired. Investigated other areas and determined lamp out module failed and switch corroded. Ordered replacement parts, but not installed. |
| Oct | 2011 | 208000 | 100 | Replaced Lampout module and headlight switch. Discovered old headlight switch corroded and dashboard mount broken. Installed new switch and taped in place. New lampout module did not fix headlight issue. Wiring is the next item to fix. |
| Jun | 2012 | 209000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
1996 Ford Explorer 4-door
6-cylinder automatic 4WD
| Ford Explorer in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2010 | 140000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2011 | 140300 | 750 | lower and upper intakes needed replacing |
| Apr | 2011 | 141000 | 150 | belt tensioner and belt needed replacement |
| May | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Ford Explorer in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2011 | 182000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2011 | 187700 | 530 | Lower ball joints and outer tie rods replaced |
| Dec | 2011 | 199000 | 384 | Master Cylinder failure - leaking |
| Jun | 2012 | 203000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Ford Explorer in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2010 | 182000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2011 | 185000 | 30 | Timing chain cover was leaking coolant. Replaced all gaskets involved. |
| Sep | 2012 | 191000 | 160 | Replaced fuel pump. The Explorer would not start in my parents driveway. I replaced the fuel pump myself and sold it two weeks later. |
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