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2011 Ford Flex repairs by problem area

Engine (14%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (13%)

Brakes and Traction Control (10%)

Suspension and Steering (21%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (21%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (16%)

Other (4%)

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2011 Ford Flex repair cost distribution

$2500+ (4%)

$1000 - $2499 (17%)

$500 - $999 (12%)

$100 - $499 (28%)

< $100 (39%)

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Ford Flex in Virginia, United States Dec 2013 - Dec 2013
Dec 2013 59000 mi US $150	Exterior entry system was shorting due to crack in trim. Have extended warranty and is not covered.

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Ford Flex in Michigan, United States Apr 2015 - Jul 2022
Jun 2015 62000 mi US $1500	Pto was leaking. Was just over the factory 60k warranty and it needed to be replaced.
Aug 2016 81000 mi US $10400	Connector rod disintegrated and blew through the block. Replaced with NEW long block and NEW turbos
Nov 2016 84300 mi US $36	Replaced the canister evap solenoid. Cleared the CEL
Feb 2017 90000 mi US $1100	Had 1 caliper hanging up and another getting close. Decided to do the HD brake upgrade. New calipers, brackets, rotors, pads and SS brake lines at all 4 corners. Brake fluid flush as well.
Oct 2017 98000 mi US $400	Replaced front struts, rear shocks and sway bar end links. Had rattle over bumps and leaking shocksstruts

Ford Flex in Idaho, United States Jun 2016 - Jul 2018
Dec 2016 105000 mi US $350	Thermostat and coolant replacement

Ford Flex in California, United States Aug 2012 - Jan 2016
Sep 2012 26000 mi	PTO Assembly had catastrophic failure, replaced w/ new under Warrenty
Feb 2013 32700 mi	Pass. Side headrest DVD player stopped working, replaced w/ new under Warrenty .
Jul 2013 41800 mi US $1000	Center console latch broken Replaced hubs + bearings(4),replaced brake rotors + pads.Also installed new coil springs, struts/shocks
Jun 2014 61000 mi US $24	HVAC damper motor under dash , for fresh air intake.
Jul 2014 62000 mi US $185	Service engine light came on twice in the last two weeks, once engine died . Dealer could not diagnose ?
Sep 2014 67000 mi	Water pump failed, lead to oil contamination and catastrophic engine failure
Oct 2014 67800 mi	Catastrophic engine failure,ESP Warrenty covered engine replacement. Complete engine assemblies "no longer available "? New long block and new turbos installed with old engine parts.Car does not run well.MPG is under 14.Taking back in ASAP
Jun 2015 83000 mi US $45	Replaced oxygen sensor ( bank2 sensor1 ) after CEL came on .
Oct 2015 89000 mi US $350	Replaced pass side half shaft. Ford dealer failed to support half shaft axles when sub frame was removed to replace long block and turbos. Also new tie rod ends, rotors, brakes, struts.

Ford Flex in Washington, United States Aug 2011 - Jun 2018
Jun 2012 7000 mi	Ford Sync system would not take a "user-installed update"; Ford's syncmyride.com gave an error sending us to dealer for reprogramming. The dealer informed us that our Sync was up to date already so they did not reprogram/repair.
Jun 2013 15000 mi	Load floor collapsed when cargo area was loaded with bags of garden soil. This was in third-row-stowed configuration, with power folding third row. Dealer replaced load floor under warranty.
May 2016 36300 mi US $200	Battery was leaking - discovered during normal maintnance - replaced at owner cost during oil change visit
Aug 2016 37000 mi US $115	Alignment only - not a problem - "subframe damaged", so aligned with shims, but the alignment was not successful. Will need to return for re-alignment.

Ford Flex in Minnesota, United States May 2011 - Aug 2011
Aug 2011 1000 mi	Injector stuck open, replaced PCM. Dumped the vehicle immediately after repair.

Ford Flex in Illinois, United States Sep 2011 - Mar 2012
Mar 2012 20000 mi	Many unrepaired problems when traded, including transmission slippage that was never eliminated despite six attempts. Drivers side head rest problem - 2 service attempts, problem still present at time of trade Sync and bluetooth problems - Sync system could only recognize 2 of the advertised 10,000 commands and was unreliable even at those. The Bluetooth worked sporadically as well. Problems still present at time of trade Paint and emblem problems- interior door jams and interior rear liftgate jams missing paint. Rear Ford emblem and Ecoboost emblem deteriorated underneath the clearcoat and needed to be replaced. Problems still present at time of trade. Transmission shift lever rattle- problem just started prior to trade-in.

Ford Flex in Virginia, United States Feb 2014 - Jan 2017
Jul 2014 65000 mi US $100	One of the auto-parking sensors was damaged. Probably from a new automatic car wash where the nozzles were set WAY too high. Repaired under CPO warranty. 1 day for sensor, 1 day for paint matching, 1 day for install plus oil change
Jan 2017 82000 mi US $45	0442 Code, small evap leak, was the valve on the engine.

Ford Flex in Ontario, Canada Nov 2011 - Dec 2014
Dec 2011 6200 mi	Fog lamps had a rough finish on the chrome. Replaced by dealer under warranty. This is what are used as the daytime running lights. some paint blemishes on the hood and front quarter panel shifting was not consistant, sometimes too slow or rough.
Jul 2014 33480 mi	Puddle light on passenger side was out.

Ford Flex in Michigan, United States Aug 2011 - Jan 2018
Mar 2016 75000 mi US $100	Sunroof leak. Fixed by dealer.
Jan 2018 99000 mi US $650	Replaced lower control arms due to wear.

Ford Flex in Minnesota, United States May 2011 - Sep 2013
Jun 2011 10000 mi	Bogging at accelaration from stop. Also deceleration at highway speed. Dealer could not replicate, but input from FordFlex.net & other indicated could be TRS or throttle body. Because they could not duplicate/confirm, they repaired both

Ford Flex in Virginia, United States Apr 2011 - Jun 2022
Dec 2011 10000 mi	The condenser was cracked and needed to be replaced. This issue fell under the existing warranty and was repaired in 2 days rather than one due to the dealer not having the part on hand and receiving it late in the day. There were rattles in light fixtures. The dealer said that there was a bulletin released to dealers regarding faulty adhesive in the roof liner for 2011 Flex's made prior to Aug 2011. Roof liner replaced. A warranty repair. 3rd repair day
Apr 2015 68000 mi US $300	The coil on my #2 cylinder went bad, caused the engine to misfire and my check engine light to come on. I was able to drive the car to the mechanic, they diagnosed the issue and replaced the coil. No further problems.
Nov 2016 95800 mi US $200	The my driver and passenger side climate control started doing the opposite of each other. If on A/C driver's side would blow cold and passenger side would blow hot. Mechanic replaced the actuator and fixed the issue.
Feb 2021 137000 mi US $5000	Had to replace the timing chain. Seriously not thrilled.

Ford Flex in Massachusetts, United States Sep 2015 - Nov 2017
Aug 2016 92000 mi US $450	Wheel making significant noise
Sep 2016 96000 mi US $500	All 4 wheel bearings have gone in the past 3,000 miles.
Oct 2016 98000 mi US $440	Needed new front axle after boot on u joint broke. CHeaper to get new axle than new u joint.
Feb 2017 104000 mi US $1000	Needed 2 new real shocks, a new front strut and new real brake pads and rotors
Oct 2017 118000 mi US $300	Vacuum

Ford Flex in Oregon, United States Mar 2017 - Mar 2018
Jul 2017 84000 mi US $800	tune up, for first time

Ford Flex in Pennsylvania, United States Nov 2016 - Nov 2017
May 2016 100000 mi US $750	Needed new motor mount.
Jun 2017 98000 mi US $750	Needed new ac compressor.
Sep 2017 115000 mi US $1000	Replace Fuel injector. Replace high pressure fuel pump.

Ford Flex in Maryland, United States Sep 2010 - Apr 2013
Oct 2010 1000 mi	Headliner rattles behind moonroof. Dealer seemed to fix it, but the problem is back. Satellite radio and GPS cut out when under almost any obstacle. Dealer has contacted manufacturer to check on solutions.
Dec 2010 3000 mi	Headliner still rattles. Dealer ordered part, but it has not yet arrived.

Ford Flex in Indiana, United States Sep 2010 - Apr 2016
Jan 2011 22400 mi	battery dies due to unknown reason. Replaced battery at 5 weeks old, roadside assistance 5 times, home jumps 4 times. Flex has 5000 miles on it. Speculate slow electrical drain dealer hasn't identified. Frustrating!!
Feb 2011 6000 mi	back lights for emergency strip panel, gear shift box, headlight, steering wheel, headlight all not lighting up. Eventually replaced several different fuses in service junction box & forced in as built data
Nov 2011 15200 mi	no heat on driver's or passenger side! Forced cold air blowing even when heat turned 'off' --Parts backordered for 3 1/2 weeks!!!

Ford Flex in Illinois, United States Aug 2010 - Jun 2015
Dec 2010 11000 mi	Brakes groaning at the end of a stop, dealership performed TSB 10-13-7 and replaced front pads, rotors, caliper brackets.
Feb 2013 72300 mi US $200	Replaced leaking rear differential vent per TSB Dual zone climate inop
Oct 2013 94000 mi US $175	Dual zone climate non operative
Feb 2014 103900 mi US $9335	Replaced both rear knuckles because of worn ball joints. Also decided to replace wheel bearings and rear shocks while I was at it.
May 2015 131700 mi US $350	Stuck rear caliper. Replaced both calipers, lines, pads, and rotors for both sides.

Ford Flex in New Hampshire, United States - Jul 2011
Mar 2011 3000 mi	I believe they replace the PTO Seal
Jul 2011 9000 mi	Pesistant squeak in dash. Three times but apparently resolved

Ford Flex in Manitoba, Canada Oct 2010 - Sep 2011
Jun 2011 4960 mi	roof liner came loose

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Ford Flex in Michigan, United States Mar 2013 - Jul 2022
Jun 2017 55000 mi US $250	Had to replace starter. It kept cranking after the car started. I decided to also replace the battery since it is 6 years old...it checked out okay but decided to replace due to age
Jul 2018 62000 mi US $1000	Had to replace front passenger control arm $800 but it wasn't Ford's fault. My daughter who was learning how to drive hit a curb. I also decided to change the transmission fluid and radiator fluid while at the dealership

Ford Flex in Virginia, United States Feb 2013 - Feb 2018
Mar 2013 16000 mi	Needed to replace seat belt tensioners for five seats in 2nd and 3rd rows. All covered under Ford Warranty.
Dec 2016 58000 mi US $250	Blower motor control unit required replacement. Common problem, lots of examples on Internet. Parts and Labor $250.
Jan 2017 40000 mi US $600	Replaced Starter Motor. Starter continued to run long after engine had turned over for variable periods of time.
Jul 2017 62000 mi US $1700	Condenser cracked, A/C blowing only warm air Replaced core.

Ford Flex in Oregon, United States Sep 2012 - Jul 2014
Jan 2013 21800 mi	Passenger air bag turned itself off despite having a full-sized adult in the seat. While replacing the passenger seat rail (see other problem), the technician noticed that a wire for the passenger seat belt sensor was pinched.

Ford Flex in Michigan, United States Feb 2011 - Feb 2015
Jan 2011 15000 mi US $650	Car stalled numerous times, found throttle body malfunctioning.
Oct 2014 74000 mi US $1800	Throttle body malfunctioning, replaced under TSB at owner cost. Engine PCM damaged by malfunctioning throttle body, replaced under emissions warranty.

Ford Flex in Texas, United States Mar 2015 - Sep 2017
Sep 2017 100000 mi US $6000	Early analysis suggests water pump bearing failed, allowing total loss of coolant. This was followed subsequently by overheating and a cracked block. The estimate of $6,000 was for replacement with a used engine, New of course would've been more closer to 10k. We opted not to fix vehicle and sold it for salvage value to the mechanic.

Ford Flex in Virginia, United States Dec 2016 - Sep 2018
Jan 2018 150000 mi	Pull code on Check Engine light.

Ford Flex in Wisconsin, United States Oct 2014 - May 2020
Dec 2016 187000 mi US $1500	Front struts and rear shocks replaced
Apr 2017 193000 mi US $100	loud exhaust. front muffler had crack, flange between flex tube and front muffler had bolt that rusted out and broke. Easy fix. $100 for a aftermarket replacement front muffler

Ford Flex in Ontario, Canada Apr 2014 - Dec 2019
Jul 2014 70240 mi C $300	Complete loss of power steering fluid. Found leak in the main serpentine hose. Complete replacement. Happened while on vacation in Oregon. Waited 4 days for the part to arrive from California.
Mar 2015 84320 mi C $500	Right front wheel bearing totally seized. Replaced.
Jan 2016	Dual heating system only heating one side. Freezing cold air on passenger side. Traveling in the U.S. Dealer offered no help. Once home disconnected battery. Let sit for an hour or so. Reconnected battery. let sit for 1/2hr started up HEAT!
Jul 2016 112400 mi C $400	Steering very noisy,rattley if that's a word. Service department at dealer tried to scare me into spending thousands of dollars. Took it to an independent, shop and he determined it needed one tie-rod end replacement. Husband fixed it for 170! Both rear brakes - complete replacement-calipers, rotors, pads.
Oct 2017 138260 mi C $100	Passenger side tie-rod end showed some slack. Replaced.
Nov 2017 138880 mi	Heating system failed completely. 2 years previous we had one half of the system fail. Tried the same approach as before. Disconnected the battery. Let sit for an hour or two. Reconnected the battery. Let sit for an hour. Started the flex and voila, HEAT!! Makes one wonder if there isn't something preprogrammed in the computer system to cause it to fail! Just sayin' ;)
Jun 2018 146940 mi C $50	Brakes choppy when stopping. Replaced brake pads, lubed and freed up salt corroded bits.

Ford Flex in Ontario, Canada Nov 2011 - Jun 2022
Jun 2012 26660 mi C $310	Back brakes seized, not sliding on slider bolts. Calipers fine. front drivers side bearing squealing gas cover not seating correctly, scraping paint
Mar 2013 39680 mi C $200	sunroof drain plugged (even though never under a tree or anything), not covered under warranty as had hit 60k. Had to rerun the drain hoses.
Jul 2014 56600 mi C $1100	rear bearing died, ended up wearing the tire so badly the set required replacement. rear caliper refused to disengage, required replacement (along with rotors/pads, price not included)
Sep 2015 76880 mi C $1300	steering rack failed - leaking steering fluid. Entire rack replaced
Aug 2016 91140 mi C $500	bottom inch of back hatch rusted away. other rust spots eating away at car significantly, paint bubbling in spots. Had several areas redone, new metal put in.
Mar 2017 96720 mi C $1000	brakes, transmission fluid, filters, oil change.
May 2017 99200 mi C $100	steering rack failed - second time on this vehicle, new parts used on first repair as well! replaced rear brakes and rotors
Jun 2017 101060 mi C $500	high pressure hose to the steering rack rusted out. repairs a month ago apparently didnt notice the hose needed replacing - argued and got the cost of part $150 covered, but labour for 3+ hours and fluids still needed
Dec 2017 110360 mi C $2500	fourth repair/replace to steering system in 18 months. This time the knuckle that connects the rack to the steering column had siezed, and in these vehicles its all one big piece.
Feb 2018 112840 mi C $2000	steering knuckle siezed, required entire steering column and connected parts to be replaced. Apparently a "feature" in ford's design, most other cars the knuckle is replaceable on it's own.
Mar 2018 114700 mi C $400	abs sensor dead on rear right wheel. No traction control or abs available caliper siezed, was removed and rehabilitated, and put back in
Dec 2021 151900 mi C $750	[alternator] was overcharging the battery, causing everything electrical to shutdown/malfunction bushing, control arm was shot. car was sliding in the snow
Jun 2022 155000 mi C $200	super loud bearings at back ac blowing hot air, not cooling at all

Ford Flex in California, United States Aug 2011 - Jul 2022
Jun 2012 11000 mi	Engine overheated due to design defect in Fan Cooling system as outlined in a TSB. Ford was out of parts for a week, so we had to drive a rental (at Ford's expense) while it was in the shop.
Aug 2015 51000 mi US $1400	Condenser needed replacing. The repair apparently needed them to remove the front bumper (!)
Oct 2020 131714 mi US $2600	Water pump leaked over Timing Belt. Replaced Pump, Timing Chain, guides and tensioner.

Ford Flex in Virginia, United States Feb 2012 - Jun 2016
Sep 2012 43000 mi	Sync system dropped Bluetooth for phones and audio. Searched online found I needed to pull and reseat fuse #14 on the fuse box under the steering column. After doing so everything came back up.
Jun 2014 72000 mi US $30	Blend door actuator for passenger failed. Dealer quoted replacment at $900. Part cost $18, purchased swivel head rachet and replaced total cost $30. Difficult to reach bolts but do-able search forums for pictures and guide

Ford Flex in Michigan, United States Jul 2011 - Jul 2022
Jan 2012 31800 mi	Lower front center dash panel loose (was noted at new vehcle delivery), clip not engaged. Part was removed and reinstalled.
Jun 2014 32000 mi US $200	Weather seal causing intermittent squeal when raising or lowering DS rear window
Nov 2017 64000 mi US $300	both front air director motors failed and were replaced
Jun 2018 67800 mi US $500	replace LR Caliper

Ford Flex in California, United States Feb 2011 - Jun 2022
Nov 2011 12000 mi	Rough downshifting when re-accelerating from low speeds. Parts replaced as per mfr bulletin on transmission. Remains to be seen if problem is corrected.
Aug 2013 32400 mi	Very loud rattles and squeaks in dashboard. One dealer delayed me until they no longer did warranty work there. Main facility said it was on a bulletin. Did repair. Gave me loaner for the day. Was successful. Good experience.
May 2016 68000 mi US $325	Passenger side vents blow only cold air.No outside air or heat. Right temperature actuator failed. Actuator replaced.
Feb 2017 82000 mi	Previously dead battery.18 months.Replaced for $30 under warrantee. Went dead again in 4 days. Back to dealer for 7 days. Ran diagnostics on electrical system. Found nothing. Have not had the problem since. Keeping my fingers crossed. Dealer did not charge for any of this service including doing 26 point system check as usually done on regular service. They worked on the car only two of the 7 days claiming shortage of electrical technicians for various reasons.

Ford Flex in Georgia, United States Mar 2011 - Oct 2012
Apr 2011 5000 mi	The rubber seal around the front right passenger door "drooped" and would not stay up. My dealer ordered a new seal and replaced it in one day.
Aug 2012 25300 mi	D-pillar black plastic trim on the drivers side cracked on the upper right corner. The cargo area window has to be removed to access the screws holding the trim on so it takes a while to do. My dealer offered a free loaner while these ren.

Ford Flex in Ohio, United States May 2011 - Jun 2018
Aug 2011 5000 mi	Flaw in paint at new car delivery. Dealer referred to outside body shop, who sanded and resprayed door.
Sep 2014 60000 mi	Passenger air bag module failed
Dec 2014 65000 mi US $20	Broken rear seat handle that activates the folding action
Jun 2017 111000 mi US $350	Front brakes and rotors
Jun 2018 128000 mi US $105	Worn sway bar replaced

Ford Flex in South Carolina, United States May 2011 - Mar 2016
Jun 2011 2000 mi	There were two issues. Left front pillar in front of driver had a really bad squeak due to a slightly misplaced plastic pad. Headliner squeak behind sun roof due to loose connection. Both items repaired at no charge. I was given loaner car.
Jul 2011 3000 mi	Headliner squeaks/rattles loudly. Multiple areas but main is behind sunroof and just mid cabin left as well. They installed some glue or velcro to try and stop it.
Aug 2011 4000 mi	Headliner repaired again this time it seems successful Right middle passenger seat has a rattle and squeak that is difficult to reproduce and is intermittent.
Dec 2011 10000 mi	Right rear seat rattling, becoming worse
Jun 2012 15000 mi	Very loud windshield squeak/rattle at highway speed. Took some time to track it down to a loose windshield cowling.
Aug 2012 17800 mi	leaking oil gasket

Ford Flex in California, United States Oct 2010 - May 2017
Nov 2010	Replaced cracked D-pillar window trim upon delivery. Appeared to be a manufacturing defect. Saw in a forum that others had a similar issue on delivery.
Dec 2011 17000 mi	Satellite radio working intermittently. Software update performed.
Jul 2012 22200 mi	D pillar trim at the back cracked again and replaced under warranty.
May 2013 36900 mi	Clonk from steering on full lock.
Jun 2014 53000 mi	Noisy 1/2 shaft bearing. Replaced
Aug 2014 54700 mi US $100	Motorized driver' seat lumbar support replaced.
Sep 2015 73000 mi US $250	Jerky transmission. Low on fluid (no leaks though) and SW updated.
Jan 2016 52200 mi US $60	Leaking rear shock replaced

Ford Flex in Illinois, United States Apr 2011 - Jun 2022
Nov 2012 38000 mi	There was a fairly loud hissing sound any time the steering wheel was moved at all. Diagnosed as leaking steering gear. Steering gear was replaced under warranty.
Jun 2016 81000 mi US $1000	Leaking A/C condenser was replaced with a vac and re-charge of refrigerant

Ford Flex in Missouri, United States Dec 2011 - Jul 2022
Dec 2012 26000 mi	Transmission would not disengage from Drive when shifting to other gears. Fixed itself, but took to dealer. They performed PCM update and tested system. Has not occurred since.
Jun 2016 73000 mi US $100	After a recharge, system blew no cold air. Dealer replaced compressor and 2 other elements of the AC system. Covered by $100 deductible with ESP.
Sep 2016 75000 mi US $80	Recline handle on 2nd row passenger seat broke. Replaced by the dealer.
Oct 2017 84000 mi US $1079	Replace rear pads and rotors. Resurface, sand pads, lubricated and adjust all brake components and reassemble front brakes. Replace rear shocks Left turn signal replaced. Probably didn't take more than ten minutes.

Ford Flex in California, United States Aug 2010 - Mar 2011
Nov 2010 4000 mi	Driver's seat belt retracted and locked. Could not pull seat belt out after it retracted fully. Dealer said the mechanism was locked tight, ordered parts, and replaced it.

Ford Flex in Wisconsin, United States Oct 2010 - May 2018
Jul 2016 83800 mi US $750	Had to replace both rear calipers, rotors, pads. Last rear brake job at 53000 miles

Ford Flex in Louisiana, United States Nov 2010 - Sep 2012
Dec 2010 1000 mi	Transmission slipped. Updated PCM programming.
Mar 2011 3000 mi	Rattle in roof fixed.

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Ford Flex in New Jersey, United States Feb 2011 - Jul 2018
Nov 2016 40600 mi	AM radio not operating

Ford Flex in Michigan, United States Feb 2011 - Jul 2022
Feb 2016 58400 mi	Rear Passenger side caliper was sticking.
Jan 2021 100000 mi US $500	Rear brake pads and rotors replace.
Jun 2022 101000 mi US $1200	Passenger side sway bar needed replacement. Both front replaced

Ford Flex in Manitoba, Canada Feb 2015 - Jun 2017
Jul 2015 69920 mi C $600	PTU leaking. Clogged. blew a power steering hose
Sep 2016 83700 mi C $120	Key jammed in ignition. Switch in gear shift faulty
Jun 2017 90520 mi C $1024	rear rotors and brake pads driver CV axel

Ford Flex in Illinois, United States Sep 2012 - Jul 2018
Aug 2013 38600 mi US $750	Replaced front driver side wheel bearing. Rumbling noise
Dec 2015 63000 mi US $1500	PTU - transfer box 4wd system leaking thick black oil; dealer wanted to replace PTU. I repaired by flushing out ptu, solved the problem temporarily at least. Seems to be widespread issue on AWD flex.
Jul 2018 91000 mi	PTU/front differential leaking thick black fluid from vent hole. Unit is un-serviceable, dealership recommends replacing PTU for $2000. I flushed and refilled with new fluid and problem is solved for the time being. Cost -$20 in fluid and 2 hours on my back under the car.

Ford Flex in New Brunswick, Canada Apr 2013 - Jun 2018
Jan 2014	Heard a bump when going over bumps at any speed in the passenger wheel well. Bushings were replaced to solve the issue.
Mar 2018 75640 mi C $1000	Seal leaking in Rack and Pinion. Had to replace complete unit.
Jun 2018 88660 mi	New rear wheel bearing

Ford Flex in Minnesota, United States Jul 2012 - Jun 2015
Nov 2013 24000 mi	Intermittent transmission slipping.Has happened several times since I've owned the (new) vehicle. Slips out of gear and then back in. Reminds me of the Windstar I had (eventually dropped 4 transmissions). so done with Ford Back elec tailgate seat came loose after 2 flips. This car is junk! Update: a friend later fixed it.
Jun 2015 30000 mi	Transmission started doing slipping more frequently, then I started having odd electrical/transmission problems such as the rear lights not going on when going in reverse (same 1st sign as previous Ford). I decided to get rid of it while the going was goo

Ford Flex in Pennsylvania, United States Dec 2013 - Nov 2017
Jan 2015 76000 mi US $90	Replaced battery
Dec 2015 105000 mi US $520	Replaced both front wheel bearings.
May 2016 114700 mi	Replaced right rear wheel bearings
Jul 2016 117300 mi US $150	Replaced left rear wheel bearing

Ford Flex in Delaware, United States Aug 2012 - Sep 2013
Sep 2012 29000 mi	Car began running rough, making loud noise and was not drivaeble. Taken to dealer, where they replaced the PTO (power take off) box at no charge. Luckily it was covered under warranty. Other than this repair, it's been a great car!

Ford Flex in Wyoming, United States Jun 2010 - Jun 2015
Nov 2010 500 mi	Squeak in dash. Repair shop able to regle panel in dash to prevent squeak.
Jan 2011 2000 mi	Brought car in due to slow power drain. Dealership state loose sensor plug in steering wheel for airbag sensor causing battery to drain.
Apr 2011 3500 mi	2nd time in for slow electrical drain. Dealership reports that car has bad battery due to numerous power drains. Also concern with slight slip in transmission.
Jul 2011 4500 mi	Battery died numerous times after car sits for more than 2 days. Found TSB after 3rd trip in for same issue that states if keys are left in ignition overnight the master controls do not shut down and continue to drain battery. Vehicle in for 3rd time with slow battery drain. Repair shop saying that leaving key in ignition is causing power train?
Oct 2012 20300 mi	Tranmission slipping. Intermittent problem. I was informed that I have a computer with my trans that learns how I drive. I was told they updated the program that teaches the trans when to shift. Small noise heard when turning right. I was told that the noise was very minor and just normal power steering noise.
Apr 2014 33000 mi US $700	I had to replace both front wheel bearings.

Ford Flex in Ontario, Canada Jul 2015 - Dec 2017
Jun 2016 105400 mi C $1000	New hose
Jul 2016 106400 mi C $2000	DVT problem - the usual Ford AWD problem.
Sep 2017 124000 mi C $1600	back rotors, all pads

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Ford Flex in Ohio, United States Aug 2016 - Apr 2017
Jan 2017 140000 mi US $300	Replaced battery due to age and mileage

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