| 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
2008 Ford Explorer repairs by problem area
Engine (25%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (18%)
Brakes and Traction Control (6%)
Suspension and Steering (20%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (18%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (6%)
Other (6%)
Chart based on 65 repairs.
2008 Ford Explorer engine repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (7%)
$500 - $999 (33%)
$100 - $499 (20%)
< $100 (40%)
Chart based on 15 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2008 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic AWD
| 36700 mi US $150 |
Ignition Switch was bad causing the interior lights to stay on/come on. |
| 39000 mi | drivers side exhaust manifold studs broken (2). loud ticking/putt putt sound during cold start |
| 49000 mi US $509 |
Excessive noise coming from front of engine. 2 idler pulleys were replaced. Bearings worn. Ignition key cylinder replaced. Key was very loose and memory seat did not always move into position when key was put in. |
2008 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 124000 mi US $670 |
Car would lurch/buck at highway speed. Analysis scope revealed problem with #1&7 spark plugs. They installed all new plugs and problem got worse. Replaced all the coils and problem was fixed. |
| 48300 mi | Ticking sound from right side of engine. The Exhaust manifold was replaced and 3 broken exhaust manifold studs had to be extracted and replaced. |
2008 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD
| 80700 mi US $600 |
Also, thermostat housing O ring wore out, replaced entire assembly. I will not buy another American brand of vehicle! |
| 36000 mi | Ignition switch had to be replaced. Vehicle has automatic seat reverse when key turned off. This started happening when going over a bump in the road. very dangerous. |
| 48000 mi US $582 |
Replaced ignition cylinder 3 times in 1 year because key would not turn. Repair shop (Ford dealer) was advised that if this is a recurring problem the lock housing should be replaced. They replaced the lock housing. |
2008 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 109500 mi US $1500 |
The pcm was bad and needed to be replaced. It a few month to get this part. |
| 130000 mi US $100 |
Replaced plastic thermostat housing with metal one. |
| 59000 mi | Was told the head gasket is blown. They are currently replacing it. |
| 8990 mi $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) |
| 15500 mi $105 |
The vehicle was losing power, transmission was changing was rough. transmission was reprogrammed, fuel filter and spark plugs were replaced. |
| 94060 mi C $800 |
Heater core malfunction |
| 55000 mi | Gas filler replacement! |
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