| 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
2013 Ford Explorer repairs by problem area
Engine (23%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (14%)
Brakes and Traction Control (6%)
Suspension and Steering (9%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (21%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (18%)
Other (9%)
Chart based on 66 repairs.
2013 Ford Explorer engine repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (8%)
$500 - $999 (8%)
$100 - $499 (17%)
< $100 (67%)
Chart based on 12 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2013 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
turbocharged 365hp 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 103997 mi US $2198 |
Timing chain |
| 1000 mi | Engine began misfiring. Dealer determined one fuel rail was defective due to manufacturing defect. |
2013 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
turbocharged 240hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automatic FWD
| 71300 mi C $550 |
Exhaust |
2013 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
290-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 22000 mi | This was a recall that we had addressed - a coupler on a fuel line at the fuel tank had to be replaced due to leakage. |
| 48000 mi | Faint burning smell in car if engine exceeds 4000 RPM. Dealer are unable to find the cause. Replaced cabin filters. Problem ongoing. |
| 69000 mi US $245 |
Replaced EVAP Purge valve |
| 38000 mi | Vehicle was sucking exhaust into the cabin. Some places were sealed up but did not work. |
2013 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
290-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 53238 mi US $83 |
Replaced tensioner. 99$ Belt 33.88$ Found SERP belt tensioner making noise |
| 58011 mi US $1666 |
Check engine light Code p1450 Defective purge valve Diagnosis of check engine light Labor fee for check engine light 3 part complete fuel system service |
| 66340 mi C $150 |
Vehicle started overheating out of nowhere. After a short drive (30 minutes), even in cold December weather the temperature gauge climbed to the red zone. Had to be towed to Ford, who ended up replacing the water pump. Covered under extended Ford ESP with only deductible paid. |
| 71920 mi C $40 |
P1450 code. Manually tested EVAP purge valve and noticed it was stuck open. Replaced EVAP purge valve at home. |
2013 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
| 97000 mi US $61 |
Replaced spark plugs due to misfire. Also replaced intake gasket and pcv valve. Had to remove the upper intake to get to rear plugs so decided to replace the gasket and pcv valve as a preventative measure. |
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