| 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
2012 Ford Explorer repairs by problem area
Engine (12%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (7%)
Brakes and Traction Control (11%)
Suspension and Steering (18%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (28%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (20%)
Other (5%)
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Chart based on 76 repairs.
2012 Ford Explorer suspension repair cost distribution
$2500+ (14%)
$1000 - $2499 (7%)
$500 - $999 (0%)
$100 - $499 (43%)
< $100 (36%)
Chart based on 14 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2012 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
turbocharged 240hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automatic FWD
| 104000 mi US $3000 |
Multiple issues came up. Control Arm Bushings on both sides, strut mounts on both sides. Tie rod ends. Alignment. |
2012 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
290-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 80600 mi C $50 |
They change both front shock head support Rear wheel bearing passenger side scrap |
| 81840 mi C $100 |
Change front shocks passenger side |
| 84940 mi C $50 |
Lood noise, change rear wheel bearing |
| 111600 mi C $400 |
Wheel bearing |
| 163116 mi US $2643 |
replace right & left front strut assemblies |
| 99000 mi US $320 |
Both top front strut brackets had to be replaced. |
| 34000 mi | Leaking left rear shock was replaced |
2012 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
290-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 49600 mi | replace both rear upper arm bushings |
| 71000 mi US $390 |
Clunking noise at slow speeds; dealer replaced failed strut bearings. |
| 76000 mi US $135 |
Right-front Wheel bearing replaced. Dealer also had to replace the front axle since there was a new part from the manufacturer that couldn't be used with the original axle. |
| 92000 mi US $100 |
Two wheel bearings failing |
| 109740 mi C $2300 |
Front struts and shocks. |
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