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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%)

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2006 Ford Explorer brake repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (43%)

$500 - $999 (14%)

$100 - $499 (14%)

< $100 (29%)

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Chart based on 7 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

178000 mi

US $2300
Front and Rear Brakes Replaced 

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2006 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV

292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

151000 mi

US $1362
New front pads. 
91000 mi

US $500
Traction Control and ABS failure lights kept illuminating. Fixed itself for now. Likely a sensor issue, seems to happen when slush on the ground and wheel wells get splashed. Drives me nuts that when you need it most and the entire system shuts down. 

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2006 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV

210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD

75000 mi brake squeaked when depressed. Fixed by lubing brake assembly (inside driver cabin). 

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2006 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV

210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

103000 mi

US $250
Replaced brake pads and rotors 
114000 mi

US $75
Stupid design, sliders seized, could not free pin, had to replace caliper and bracket 
80000 mi

US $1000
Replaced brake master cylinder 

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2006 Ford Explorer Brake Problems

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