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2014 Ford Explorer repairs by problem area

Engine (15%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (14%)

Brakes and Traction Control (4%)

Suspension and Steering (11%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (26%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (21%)

Other (8%)

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2014 Ford Explorer transmission repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (11%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (11%)

< $100 (78%)

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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.

2014 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV

turbocharged 365hp 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

41000 mi Pinion seal leak on transfer case. 
28600 mi TSB for "Transmission not in Park" warning 

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2014 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV

turbocharged 240hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automatic FWD

35000 mi After extended time maintaining constant throttle at 70 mph and approaching a steep grade to go over a bridge experienced very harsh downshift. Experienced same issue when driving in mountains on vacation two weeks earlier. 2nd trip for this. 

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2014 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV

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

21000 mi Ba valve. Would not shift into 6th 

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2014 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV

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

51000 mi

US $1350
sensor malfunction 
46000 mi Drive shaft seal leaking. Took 2 days because the part was not in stock. Drive shaft seal leaking. Dealer replaced seal 
31000 mi Rear differential was leaking fluid. Dealer replaced the vent with an updated part per a TSB. 
35000 mi Transmission fluid cap is covered in fluid. Dealer reports levels are good and this is normal. 
63201 mi

US $100
Transfer case PTU Assembly leaking. Replaced. 

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2014 Ford Explorer Transmission Problems

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