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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%)

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2013 Ford Explorer body repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (11%)

$100 - $499 (0%)

< $100 (89%)

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Chart based on 9 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

290-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

66000 mi dealer broke bug deflecter-replaced 
22500 mi

US $665
Moon roof stopped working 1 month after warranty expired.Replaced 1 of the motors and switch. The shade had still worked. Labor was $430. Job took less than 3 hours. 
30000 mi Moonroof again stopped working, but dealer fixed at no cost because previous repair on moonroof had 2 year warranty. 
20000 mi Headliner rattle Clip loose in passenger door - removed and replaced Rubber door seals worn through. Rattle above the third row rear speaker. 

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2013 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV

290-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

5000 mi replaced clip in glove box. did not fix. then said plastic on fender well rubbing. claimed to fix it. still rattles 
41540 mi LH A-pillar outer trim came loose 
36580 mi Third row seatback cracked right through. Leather separated from one third row headrest. Driver's side door panel replaced (2cm crack on leather). All covered under warranty. 
36500 mi Mirror door wasn't closing completely 
30000 mi Buzzing behind the dash 

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2013 Ford Explorer Body Problems

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