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2006 Ford Explorer repairs by problem area
Engine (36%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (17%)
Brakes and Traction Control (3%)
Suspension and Steering (16%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (19%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (4%)
Other (4%)
Select a problem area
- Engine
- Transmission and Drivetrain
- Brakes and Traction Control
- Suspension and Steering
- Electrical and Air Conditioning
- Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim
- Other
Chart based on 202 repairs.
2006 Ford Explorer electrical repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (6%)
$500 - $999 (14%)
$100 - $499 (31%)
< $100 (49%)
Chart based on 35 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2006 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic RWD
| 76000 mi US $50 |
The Heater Blend Door Actuator had a stripped gear, causing the A/C to make a clicking noise on startup, though A/C still worked fine. The new part was $50. If you have this problem, DO NOT buy the part made by Dorman, it does not work. |
| 37000 mi US $244 |
Passenger side power 3rd row seat back not elevating. The motor gearbox was broken. Ordered replacement part and replaced it by myself. |
2006 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 37000 mi US $185 |
Rear brake lights / turn signals failed. Turned out to be a wiring harness that was installed improperly at the factory. Wiring harness rubbed against metal and eventually wires wore through and shorted the tail lights. Wiring harness replaced. |
| 61000 mi US $50 |
Third row electric seat backs (raise the back up and down for stowage in the floor) stopped working on the passenger seat (third row is split). Electric motor replaced using extended warranty insurance. |
| 98800 mi US $975 |
Compressor replaced in A/C |
| 124000 mi US $800 |
No cold air coming out of vents with A/C on. Passenger side vents would randomly blow hot air. Replaced driver and passenger side blend doors. |
| 1550 mi | warning light on for tire pressure - took back three times before it got fixed -dealer tried to sell me nitrogen! Repair was fault connection under the hood! |
| 72500 mi US $60 |
Cruise control button on steering wheel did not work and was swapped out with new motorcraft part. |
| 77500 mi C $2 |
Burned out left rear turn signal/running lamp. Simple fix, first problem with my vehicle in almost a year of owning it |
| 84940 mi C $95 |
the Tire pressure monitor in the right rear wheel was defective, had to be replaced, solved problem |
| 105400 mi C $95 |
Tire pressure monitor failed, replaced |
| 85000 mi US $700 |
The right 3rd row power folding seat motor failed. |
| 85000 mi US $110 |
Blower fan control was stuck on high and would not respond. |
| 26000 mi | Rear window defogger has burnt out line. Dealer needs to order a fresh repair kit. |
| 28000 mi | Rear window defroster line repaired with kit that needed to be ordered. |
| 49600 mi | 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. |
| 29000 mi | Rear defroster not working, parts backordered. |
| 30000 mi | Rear defroster had in-op lines, rear glass ordered and replaced. Problem resolved. Rear passenger door lock was very sticky, especially when below freezing. Lock actuator replaced; problem resolved. |
| 84300 mi US $1000 |
3rd row power seat folding motor stopped working and needed to be replaced. (motor & gearcase one sealed unit) |
| 81000 mi US $170 |
No cooling from Air Conditioner. Recharge System & Check for leaks. |
| 83000 mi US $125 |
Windshield wipers would not stop wiping. Diagnose & replace wiper motor. |
| 93700 mi US $150 |
Charge ind. would come on and would able to be cleared immediately. Dealer diagnosed bad alternator and replaced it. Rear wiper would not move. Dealer diagnosed bad motor and replaced it. |
| 95300 mi | Car died on side of road. Jumped battery, car started but would not stay running. Towed to dealer who replaced alternator. |
2006 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD
| 136000 mi US $800 |
OEM compressor and/or clutch need replacement. |
| 109000 mi US $1100 |
Leaking T Coil Factory battery bad, was replaced |
| 112500 mi | TPMS system was not working |
| 11 mi | 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. |
| 21000 mi | 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 |
| 45000 mi US $700 |
Starter went out. Learned this is a known issue in model years through 2006. Ford never issued a recall. |
2006 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 54000 mi US $295 |
Battery went dead, low voltage burned out the 6 cd player so it had to be replaced |
| 79000 mi US $245 |
Battery died, low voltage damaged the CD changer which had to be replaced. Second time this has happened! |
| 52500 mi | Rear defroster not working. 6 hour fix. |
| 40000 mi US $100 |
Heater was blowing cold air when the engine is idling. Not repaired. |
| 40000 mi US $176 |
Tire air pressure sensor went out at 39000 miles. |
| 38440 mi US $300 |
airbag light on. was a fault in electrical. |
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