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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.
2011 Ford Explorer
Engine not specified
13000 mi
Loud wind noise in the upper right hand side of the windsheild. Wind noise is more noticalbe during windy conditions.
Power folding 3rd row seat stuck. Dealer found that sound insulation was interfering with seat operation. Said it is a known problem
25000 mi
passenger side power third row seat jammed. Seat is stuck halfway between folded flat and upright. Cannot move manually either.
Dealer says new tracks must be installed. Parts ordered. Still waiting after 2 weeks.
26000 mi
waited 4 weeks for parts. dealer finally called and said parts had arrived. installed new tracks and a latch on the power folding 3rd row seats.
34000 mi
3rd row power seats stuck during unfolding process. This is the 3rd time this has happened to this vehicle in 3 years.
31000 mi
Back hatch does not open all the way. Problem with gas shocks.
32000 mi
Back hatch does not open all the way. Problem with gas shocks.
40200 mi
Under engine air deflector failed and became detached. Appears to have been improperly reattached during oil changes.
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