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Ford Explorer repairs by problem area
Engine (25%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (16%)
Brakes and Traction Control (4%)
Suspension and Steering (19%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (22%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (9%)
Other (6%)
Select a problem area
- Engine
- Transmission and Drivetrain
- Brakes and Traction Control
- Suspension and Steering
- Electrical and Air Conditioning
- Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim
- Other
Chart based on 1662 repairs.
Ford Explorer electrical repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (6%)
$500 - $999 (9%)
$100 - $499 (32%)
< $100 (54%)
Chart based on 298 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2022 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
turbocharged 400hp 3.0L V6 10-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 6820 mi | Accident avoidance sensor failed |
2020 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
turbocharged 400hp 3.0L V6 10-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 14000 mi | Sync 3 system would blue screen and backup camera would not work. Dealer installed Sync 4 software update. Ford will need to replace compchip to correct. |
| 33000 mi | Camera, updated firmware on first visit, still got random blue screen on backup camera. Replaced control module on second visit, same issue. Updated module and camera firmware on third visit, same issue. Replaced camera on fourth visit, appears to have fixed issue. |
2020 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
turbocharged 300hp 2.3L I4 10-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 19840 mi | Front collision warning inoperative. |
| 24800 mi | Windshield replaced due to faulty collision sensor. |
| 14800 mi | The audio system quit responding to "instructions" during the pre-delivery prep. The car thought it was at the Ford plant in Dearborn. The dealer disconnected the battery for 15 minutes or so and connected the car to their wi-fi. That restored the audio and GPS function (for about a week). The audio would quit responding altogether or it would not change stations or volume. The manual says that the computer shuts some systems down when the battery gets thin and that seemed to bear out (short trips and commute). I put it on a charger overnight and that restored for a while. Then after the transmission failed and needed to be overhauled, the audio quit again. They tested and found a failed Audio Control Module. I think it's still at the dealership unsaleable due to the rear axle bolt recall and failed module. |
2020 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
turbocharged 300hp 2.3L I4 10-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 14000 mi | LED front turn signal stopped working- had to have entire headlight assembly replaced |
2018 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
turbocharged 365hp 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 4000 mi | Check charging system now warning....Battery wss replaced |
| 1000 mi | Inverter for 120v outlet was making a very high pitched noise. Inverter replaced. |
2018 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
290-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 20460 mi C $290 |
Replace and re-set keyless door fob |
| 21080 mi | Nick in electrical wire harness under driver seat caused battery drain and vehicle would not start. Most likely happened during factory assembly. Technician replaced wiring and harness. |
| 25000 mi | One horn quit working. This was the second time since purchase. Quite an involved process to fix. The front grill and fender must be removed to access and replace. |
2017 Ford Explorer
Engine not specified
| 61000 mi US $250 |
Replaced whining alternator. |
2017 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
turbocharged 365hp 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 32240 mi | SYNC multimedia system replaced. |
| 11000 mi | Brake light switch at the brake peddle was replaced because it would stick in the "on" position leaving the brake lights on when the brake peddle was not depressed. |
| 13000 mi | Driver's seat not cooling properly |
2017 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
290-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 9000 mi | Power window motor driver rear passenger window |
2016 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
turbocharged 365hp 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 17500 mi | airbag light came on indicating there was an issue with the system. Dealer indicated it was something to do with the rear inflatable seat belts. They replaced a sensor and it fixed the issue. |
| 4500 mi | SD card fault for Navigation |
| 9000 mi | One of the key fobs stopped working. Had to be reprogrammed. |
2016 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
turbocharged 280hp 2.3L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 138000 mi US $2000 |
AC compressor failed. |
2016 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
290-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 31000 mi | Radiator fluid smell coming through vents. Air filter replaced. |
| 49000 mi US $150 |
Battery to alternator wire had a high resistance so it was swapped out |
2015 Ford Explorer
Engine not specified
| 36000 mi US $50 |
Rear seat heater wasn’t working took it in for repair in dec. Part was on back order they never called when it was in 6 months long enough to resolve back order issue . They replaced part. Work fine now I don’t need in summer . |
2015 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
290-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 32000 mi | Windows jump when opening. Know issue, motors were replaced. Drivers side is better, passenger is exactly the same. Taking it to a different dealer |
| 58000 mi US $220 |
OEM battery defective, leaked and corroded battery clamp |
2015 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
290-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| AC stopped working while in traffic jam. The AC control system was reset | |
| Ac was not cooling. Charged gas. |
| 27000 mi | Key fob not detected so car wont start. Problem continues. |
| 85000 mi US $800 |
function doors did not operate correctly. Only function available was defrost |
| 38000 mi US $85 |
Audio System and screen went out, They did a reset and it is OK for now, but the estimate to replace the audio component is $800. |
| 28000 mi | Airbag light was on. Took it in one day for diagnosis another for repair as parts needed to be ordered. It was an issue with the wiring for the inflatable rear seat belts. Replaced the wiring. No charge |
2014 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
turbocharged 365hp 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 52000 mi US $40 |
Blend door actuator on passenger side failed |
| 15000 mi | Replaced Evaporator Core due to bad switch |
2014 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
turbocharged 240hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automatic FWD
| 25000 mi | Backup camera wasn't working correctly |
2014 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
290-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 74000 mi US $250 |
rear camera rear lift motor steering wheel switches |
| 42000 mi | Airbag warning light comes on intermittently. Read code B141C which indicated issue with 2nd row inflatable seatbelts. Should be covered by TSB 16-0001. Dealer visit to be scheduled later. |
| 66227 mi US $802 |
Poor cooling especially on passenger side. Replaced low side Schrader valve, rear evaporator O-rings, and passenger side blend door actuator. System evacuated and recharged. |
2014 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
290-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 43000 mi | Ambient temperature sensor would sporadically read wrong replaced under extended warranty |
| 4300 mi | Problem reoccurred, drove car straight to dealer with warning lights on, did not turn it off. They found 3 pages of codes and a lack of BCM communication. Involved Ford engineering. Found and replaced a damaged pin in a harness connector. |
| 6300 mi | Got charging system error, noted bad battery by the "eye" on the battery being black. |
| 8000 mi | Charging system error again. It seems if it sits for a week with no use, the parasitic drain on the battery is high and it gives this error until it has been driven to full charge. The Explorer on the show room floor had the same problem. |
| 52413 mi | Airbag light was on. Dealer diagnosed and replaced both rear seatbelt wire harnesses per TSB 16-0001 |
| 46000 mi US $100 |
servo motor in heater/ac failed. Unit was replaced under extended warranty with $100 deductible. |
| 29000 mi | Battery died |
| 8000 mi | electronic display system glitch |
| 8000 mi | Internal battery failure. Dealer replaced battery. |
| 32000 mi | Battery bad on service. Replaced under warranty. |
| 49000 mi US $100 |
Lift gate not working. Replaced hinges, control module, lift gate motor. |
2013 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
turbocharged 365hp 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 91000 mi US $130 |
Rear air was [not] blowing cold. It was found that the A/C Compressor was leaking. Evacuated system, flushed system, replaced A/C compressor, replaced A/C condenser, refilled system. |
2013 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
turbocharged 240hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automatic FWD
| 19900 mi | Dead cell battery, battery replaced |
| 14560 mi | Air conditioning compressor failed. To be replaced, part on back order. Compressor Clutch and pulley worn out causing clutch to smoke when AC on. Evac recharge AC system. Replaced AC compressor and AC lines O-rings at the compressor. |
2013 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
290-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 20000 mi | Noise while steering - Clock spring ordered but not yet replaced |
| 5200 mi | Door ajar light on |
2013 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
290-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 1500 mi | Brand new vehicle and air conditioner was't cooling the vehicle appropriately. Dealer evaluated and determined below standard. Evacuated and recharged coolant. |
| 84100 mi US $800 |
The AC compressor failed and needed to be replaced. |
| 47740 mi C $100 |
AC compressor clutch disintegrated and was nowhere to be found in engine bay. AC compressor replaced using Ford Extended Warranty. $100 is for deductible. Car had less than 75000km when this occurred. Ford not sure why part failed. |
| 55180 mi | Battery died under warranty. Shop I bought the battery from agreed to replace free of charge. Battery was 11 months old. But after jump starting the car just to get home and had the new battery delivered and installed. Upon starting there were multiple warning related to brake and traction control system. Shop does not want to claim responsibility. I was forced to buy an OBD2 cable and FORscan in an attempt to clear the faults but as of today 15/07/2018, fault lights are still on. |
| 42900 mi US $1800 |
Air conditioning compressor clutch seized |
| 58300 mi US $160 |
Dead battery |
| 72000 mi US $490 |
Wiring harness failure, caused an erroneous battery warning light. |
| 77000 mi US $1800 |
2nd air conditioner compressor replacement required ugh!!!!’ Also required a new condenser |
2012 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
turbocharged 240hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automatic FWD
| 101000 mi US $1200 |
Rear AC evaporator coil developed a leak, lost all cooling in car. Replacement cost was more labor than cost of parts. |
2012 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
290-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 30000 mi | this is my 2nd replaced battery, 3 in total. |
| 3800 mi | Back led running lights were not working. Burnt. |
| 167429 mi US $1373 |
central processing unit (APIM) for central touchscreen replaced |
| 33000 mi | windshield wiper random wipe. |
| 150000 mi US $300 |
Rear high pressure AC corrosion & failure. Did not replace due to cost, capped real lines and run AC front only. Hard to reduce amount of refrigerant is system to compensate. |
| 86000 mi US $700 |
A.C. Compressor seized up, burned up the serpentine belt. Compressor blew a quarter sized hole in underside. Replaced compressor and recharged system. |
| 81840 mi C $100 |
ac was out of control.... fan was always changing to full speed and touch button was not working... They change all computer and Sony Radio...1200$$$ |
| 127100 mi C $1100 |
Alternative dead charge to Much 16 v |
| 7300 mi | Rear wiper inoperable Ford Sync System shut down. Dealer installed SOP module and replaced APIM module and program. |
2012 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
290-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 50000 mi US $150 |
Touch pad for electrical locks did not function properly and was replaced. |
| 7000 mi | Door panel keypad shorted out, causing door locks to constantly lock / unlock until battery died. |
| 11000 mi | Car would not start, error code "Ignition System Fault" on the console. Dealer said the security code in the key was throwing errors. Also said battery was throwing errors. Replaced key and battery. |
| 15000 mi | SYNC system black screen on update. Couldn't reboot. |
| 50700 mi | Battery stopped charging, had to be replaced. |
| 35500 mi | Fuel gauge was reading incorrect levels |
| 32000 mi | Battery died. Dealer replaced the battery under warranty. |
| 12300 mi | MyFordTouch screen quit working. Dealer ordered and replaced the APIM an loaded the latest version 3.2.2 of MFT |
| 17360 mi | Replaced battery |
| 67000 mi US $350 |
Rear view camera became inoperable and had to be replaced. |
2011 Ford Explorer
Engine not specified
| 13000 mi | The MYFORD SYNC system completely crashed. NAVI stopped working, phone would not stay paired, HVAC controlls would not work during system crash. System would indicate several USB connection when on 1 was plugged in. |
2011 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
290-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 3000 mi | Radio intermittently receiving signals. |
| 20000 mi | microsoft sync system has many issues and needs update that is very time consuming and not user friendly |
| 33000 mi US $150 |
Dead battery |
| 52300 mi US $100 |
blend door actuator stripped and had to be replaced |
| 90000 mi US $300 |
120 volt outlet repaired Backup camera replaced |
| 101000 mi US $170 |
Needed new battery |
| 20000 mi | MyFord Touch update. |
| 25000 mi | Battery died. Replaced under warranty. MFT update |
| 34000 mi | Reprogram MFT due to hanging nav system and overall poor response and performance. |
| 18000 mi | The computer software has an issue; when hang up from phone call using Sync system the radio comes on - even when the radio WAS NOT on prior to the phone ringing. At that point, can't turn the radio off except by voice command. |
| 48000 mi US $310 |
Positive battery terminal (aka circuit breaker assembly) corroded. Dealer quoted battery harness cable replacement at 701.42. I refused the service and found the needed part number in an on-line Ford user forum-Ford OEM part number DA8Z-14526-A (Circuit Breaker Assembly). I ordered the part myself at a cost of 40.93. It took less than 15 minutes to replace. I informed the dealer and they were ambivalent about it. Left blower motor door clicking noise - had to have motor replaced $229.00 |
| 6000 mi | keyless entry pad replaced |
| 126000 mi US $100 |
Replaced actuator |
| 52300 mi | Fuel gauge isn't working - I've taken it in for repairs but have had to reschedule due to heavy volume of vehicles needing work, ahead of mine. I am still waiting to get it looked at to see how much it will cost and if covered under warranty |
| 54000 mi | We did not have the fuel gauge repaired before trade-in as it was an easy fix for them (we were told), and could be an expensive one for us. |
| 190000 mi US $150 |
Exterior keypad entry was working very intermittently. Replaced the keypad panel. |
| 8000 mi | Nav system fault, Ford says they should have an update by Janaury, no solution currently. Screen goes black, no access to AC/Fan/Radio/Phone/Nav |
| 12000 mi | Sync upgraded |
| 5000 mi | audio for the DVD system on rear headrests does not work through thru the vehicle radio as indicated in the user guide, transmitted over a "unused" frequency which apparently is not really unused depending on the locale you are in. static. |
| 32000 mi | Upgrade/fixes to Ford sync (dashboard controlling bluetooth phone connections, directions, climate, etc) |
| 35000 mi | 2nd time to dealer to resolve this issue. Upgrade/fixes to Ford sync (dashboard controlling bluetooth phone connections, directions, climate, etc) |
| 109500 mi US $45 |
Replaced both front head lights - one was burned out. |
2011 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
290-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 2000 mi | replaced a module in the sync system preventing pretty much everything from working, also replaced the side mirrors again for condensation in the led lights |
| 45000 mi US $150 |
Seals on rear AC lines failed. Lines had to be replaced. In order to do so dealer had to remove rear subframe. Extended warranty paid for repair--just had to pay deductible. |
| 48000 mi US $100 |
Clutch on AC compressor failed, compressor replaced under extended warranty |
| 15800 mi | Performance Update for Sync required visit to Dealer for most 2011 Explorers. |
| 27100 mi | Master headrest DVD player (driver side) was resetting randomly and having issues with "Surround Around" (FM Modulation). Wiring Harness under the driver seat was loose causing intermittent failure. Repaired by dealer. |
| 36000 mi | Driver side in-headrest DVD player failed to play DVD or sync with second screen. |
| 58300 mi | Sirius XM module needed to be replaced - audio would work, but data would not load (ie, traffic data, weather, etc). |
| 46486 mi | There are times when the heat on the driver's side does not work, usually after the HVAC controls have been adjusted. Could not duplicate the problem so not fixed. Had car in in May for the same issue and they could not find a problem. Could not duplicate the problem so not fixed. Had car in in May for the same issue and they could not find a problem. |
| 52000 mi US $100 |
Replaced both blend door actuators. Had taken vehicle in 3X before for heat issues but "could not replicate" so no repair. Found TSB this time. Only $100 because under extended warranty. |
| 54000 mi | Navigation System randomly shuts down |
| 2480 mi | Active Park Assist not working. Diagnosed right front sensor faulty. Replacement part ordered. Replaced right front sensor to correct fault in Active Park Assist. |
| 6220 mi | Rain sensing wipers would sometimes do a random wipe when there was no reason for it. Dealer replaced the processor. |
| 5580 mi | A performance upgrade was installed for MyFord Touch (MFT). Many owners experienced various problems with MFT and Ford redesigned and worked on the software package. New navigation card was also installed. |
| 7020 mi | MyFord Touch software update and installation of a new A4 SD card for the navigation. |
| 8060 mi | Over the past few months I had to trickle charge the battery several times since it was low. Never failed to start the car. Battery was tested when I went for season tire change and the result was that the battery was replaced. |
| 8160 mi | Rain sensing wipers would periodically wipe for no reason. Dealer replaced control module. This was the second time it was replaced. |
| 29800 mi | The BLIS system reports frequently that it isn't working and I need to take to the dealer. The dealer won't look at it unless it happens while in their possession and its not a daily occur. Turn car off then on and it resets. Ugh!! |
| 108200 mi US $50 |
Replaced backup camera |
| 109000 mi US $40 |
Replace auto park assist sensor that had failed in front right bumper position |
| 79000 mi US $40 |
Blower Door Actuator Motor replaced. Cheap plastic gear in the unit had one tooth break off of the gear. Tried super-gluing it back but that did not last. |
| 8000 mi | replaced passenger seat airbag wiring assembly... wires broke from moving the seat full forward |
| 8060 mi | Windshield wipers would wipe on occasion by themselves. Replaced the processor as per TSB. This was done for the second time and still did not completely address the issue. Suspect intermittent problem in the wiper control stalk. |
| 10540 mi | As reported earlier, a TSB for the Randon/Uncommanded windshield wipe was done but the issue reappeared shortly thereafter. Suspect a problem with the windshield wiper control stalk since other Explorers have had them replaced as well. |
| 1000 mi | MyFordTouch had some issues. Dealer said that they needed to update the software. Problems were, cell phone would not sync, clock not keeping time. |
| MFT (My ford Touch) multiple reflashs. Still very buggy but getting better. Reflashs done in May and in July. |
2011 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
290-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic AWD
| 7800 mi | sync system voice recognition does not work very well |
2010 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 102420 mi | Instrument panel light bulbs replaced. |
| 103000 mi US $52 |
Drivers side master power window switch auto down feature inoperable. Replaced drivers side master window control switches |
2008 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic AWD
| 115700 mi US $250 |
Map light and interior lights did not work, Repair was not completed - not economical to fix |
| 122000 mi | Interior lights never fixed. |
2008 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 97000 mi US $120 |
Passenger was blowing cold air instead of heat. Blender actuator on that side was replaced in 30 minutes. |
2008 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD
| 35000 mi | Ignition switch had to be replaced. Vehicle has automatic seat reverse when key turned off. This started happening when going over a bump in the road. very dangerous. |
2008 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 60000 mi | Rear park assist sensors were intermittent. Dealer replaced wiring harness. Parts ordered during earlier repair trip. |
| 72000 mi US $40 |
Replaced the selection motor for interior heating, cooling , fan |
| 72000 mi US $59 |
Blend door repair. would have been nice if Advanced Auto sold me the right part. The right part number even though I have heat and air to the 3rd row is Dorman 604-209. Don't let then sell you Dorman 604-213 it won't work...there is only one blend door which at the base of the drivers side dash. |
| 137900 mi US $550 |
Radio did not switch off when keys were removed from the ignition thus discharging the battery. |
| 65000 mi | Issue with Sirius working within steering wheel (had been checked 2x previously; finally ordered a new part and repaired the problem. No further issues. |
| 17050 mi | Driver side power running board faulty, would not retract. Error message on display saying "Driver door ajar". Door switch replaced under warranty. |
| 32240 mi | Power Runnung board stopped working when door opened and closed. |
| 89000 mi US $50 |
Blend damper modulator on heating and cooling system |
2007 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic RWD
| 150000 mi US $60 |
power running board not working |
2007 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 73700 mi US $15 |
computer said door ajar when no door was ajar |
| 94000 mi US $109 |
Plastic multi line connector in the heating cooling line, was cracked and not replaceable. If repaired at the dealer, the part cost $186 + labor to install. Took it to a repair shop and they cut the hoses, removed the cracked part, replace |
| 115000 mi US $98 |
Passenger lighted mirror broke. Had to replace the entire visor. Purchased part from fordparts.com and saved 40.00. |
| 131000 mi US $100 |
Driverside rear door lock actuator and rear hatch lock actuator were bad and needed replaced. Bought parts at fordparts.com for half the cost at the dealer for the same part. Delivered to my ford dealer at no cost. Easy repairs to do. |
| 196000 mi US $65 |
Lights on the rear heat/ac control were burnt out but controls were still working. Replaced the heat/ac and fan speed switches with one from a junkyard part from another Explorer. |
| 118000 mi US $20 |
Dash bulbs burned out and needed replacement. Bulbs are Ford parts only... |
| 128000 mi US $42 |
HVAC Solenoid replaced at drivers feet side. Got rid of annoying clicking sound. |
| 37000 mi US $50 |
power running board frozen and motor burned up |
| 46000 mi US $200 |
rear wiper motor replaced |
| 64200 mi US $50 |
Bad alternator, producing intermittent charging problem. Have to wait till Aug 1 to receive a replacement alternator..apparent shortage of cores |
| 70000 mi US $53 |
Ac hose |
| 76000 mi | Replace alternator that was replaced 9 mths ago, still under warranty |
| 63860 mi C $206 |
Rear wiper motor |
2007 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 97000 mi US $40 |
Horn not working - fuse replaced. |
| 100000 mi US $250 |
Rear wiper motor stopped working, slowing stroke first, until it gradually stopped moving. Wiper motor replaced for rear window. |
| 124500 mi US $900 |
Rear window wiper motor stopped working. The arm froze in position. Dealer replaced the ignition switch and tumbler. When vehicle was turned off but key left in the accessory position - touching the key resulted in the drivers seat moving out of position as if the key had been removed. Rear window wiper motor stopped working. The arm froze in position. |
| 81700 mi US $2354 |
Electronically flawed, alternator, battery, ecu unit, body damage repair, engine good, severe electrical issues! |
| 37200 mi | Rear wiper motor stopped working |
2006 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic RWD
| 76000 mi US $50 |
The Heater Blend Door Actuator had a stripped gear, causing the A/C to make a clicking noise on startup, though A/C still worked fine. The new part was $50. If you have this problem, DO NOT buy the part made by Dorman, it does not work. |
| 37000 mi US $244 |
Passenger side power 3rd row seat back not elevating. The motor gearbox was broken. Ordered replacement part and replaced it by myself. |
2006 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 37000 mi US $185 |
Rear brake lights / turn signals failed. Turned out to be a wiring harness that was installed improperly at the factory. Wiring harness rubbed against metal and eventually wires wore through and shorted the tail lights. Wiring harness replaced. |
| 61000 mi US $50 |
Third row electric seat backs (raise the back up and down for stowage in the floor) stopped working on the passenger seat (third row is split). Electric motor replaced using extended warranty insurance. |
| 98800 mi US $975 |
Compressor replaced in A/C |
| 72500 mi US $60 |
Cruise control button on steering wheel did not work and was swapped out with new motorcraft part. |
| 77500 mi C $2 |
Burned out left rear turn signal/running lamp. Simple fix, first problem with my vehicle in almost a year of owning it |
| 84940 mi C $95 |
the Tire pressure monitor in the right rear wheel was defective, had to be replaced, solved problem |
| 105400 mi C $95 |
Tire pressure monitor failed, replaced |
| 29000 mi | Rear defroster not working, parts backordered. |
| 30000 mi | Rear defroster had in-op lines, rear glass ordered and replaced. Problem resolved. Rear passenger door lock was very sticky, especially when below freezing. Lock actuator replaced; problem resolved. |
| 85000 mi US $700 |
The right 3rd row power folding seat motor failed. |
| 85000 mi US $110 |
Blower fan control was stuck on high and would not respond. |
| 1550 mi | warning light on for tire pressure - took back three times before it got fixed -dealer tried to sell me nitrogen! Repair was fault connection under the hood! |
| 124000 mi US $800 |
No cold air coming out of vents with A/C on. Passenger side vents would randomly blow hot air. Replaced driver and passenger side blend doors. |
| 109300 mi US $1000 |
3rd row power seat folding motor stopped working and needed to be replaced. (motor & gearcase one sealed unit) |
| 81000 mi US $170 |
No cooling from Air Conditioner. Recharge System & Check for leaks. |
| 83000 mi US $125 |
Windshield wipers would not stop wiping. Diagnose & replace wiper motor. |
| 93700 mi US $150 |
Charge ind. would come on and would able to be cleared immediately. Dealer diagnosed bad alternator and replaced it. Rear wiper would not move. Dealer diagnosed bad motor and replaced it. |
| 95300 mi | Car died on side of road. Jumped battery, car started but would not stay running. Towed to dealer who replaced alternator. |
| 26000 mi | Rear window defogger has burnt out line. Dealer needs to order a fresh repair kit. |
| 28000 mi | Rear window defroster line repaired with kit that needed to be ordered. |
| 49600 mi | Driver's side back seat (2nd row) seat belt jammed as it was being pulled out to be used. Will not release or rewind. Dealer ordered new seat belt. Repair covered under the 5 year 50,000 mile safety warranty. |
2006 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD
| 109000 mi US $1100 |
Leaking T Coil Factory battery bad, was replaced |
| 136000 mi US $800 |
OEM compressor and/or clutch need replacement. |
| 112500 mi | TPMS system was not working |
| 11 mi | Factory Warranty repair: Rear right passenger door window will not work from the driver's controls. Had to have passenger use the door control to roll window up and down a few times before driver's control would work. Both switches replaced. |
| 21000 mi | Rear passenger, driver side, window would not roll down with either the switch on that door or with the master control. Both switch's replaced. 2nd time to a dealership for this problem, only this dealership replaced the master control as well as the ne |
| 45000 mi US $700 |
Starter went out. Learned this is a known issue in model years through 2006. Ford never issued a recall. |
2006 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 40000 mi US $100 |
Heater was blowing cold air when the engine is idling. Not repaired. |
| 40000 mi US $176 |
Tire air pressure sensor went out at 39000 miles. |
| 52500 mi | Rear defroster not working. 6 hour fix. |
| 54000 mi US $295 |
Battery went dead, low voltage burned out the 6 cd player so it had to be replaced |
| 79000 mi US $245 |
Battery died, low voltage damaged the CD changer which had to be replaced. Second time this has happened! |
| 38440 mi US $300 |
airbag light on. was a fault in electrical. |
2005 Ford Explorer
Engine not specified
| 196000 mi | Wheel Inflation Sensors 2 ea, Front wheels. Low tire light was coming on all the time. |
2005 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD
| 116000 mi US $450 |
Died while on the road. Adv Trk light was on and others on the dash. Ended up being a bad alternator. The first attempt by one dealer was to reset ECU. The second dealer found the problem and replaced the bad alternator. |
| 53000 mi US $1500 |
no air coming from dash air outlets. took out dash and replace vacuum assembly. problem solved |
| 60000 mi | cruise control inoperative. Not used often and deemed too expensive to repair. |
| 62000 mi | cruise control never fixed |
2005 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 64000 mi US $475 |
Alternator and battery replaced |
| 66800 mi | Alternator replaced. Above 3500 RPM I was getting “check charging system” and the voltage would dropped. I had it load tested and it failed. Getting worse every week. |
| 71000 mi | Replacement alternator failed. Replaced under part warranty by self. |
| 60000 mi US $700 |
Also had prob with cruise. Part ordered and prob. fixed. Battery failed - was nearly 6 yrs old. |
| 66000 mi US $150 |
Cruise control again, would go off after being set. Left rear window will not operate. $250+ to repair. Will live with it for now. At least it is stuck in the up position. |
| 71000 mi | Left rear window would not operate from the driver's console or the left rear door control. Then the right rear window stopped working. In March, I tried the windows and both are now working. Not the motor as dealer had diagnosed. |
| 70000 mi | Little things were broken which were not repaired. Central window switch would not lower or raise rear windows. |
| 96300 mi US $500 |
ticking noise when rear a/c blower is on. Replaced blower assembly part. |
| 82000 mi | Battery went completely dead for no reason. After a full charge "check ADVTRAC" notice appears. Can't clear message |
| 64000 mi US $365 |
All interior electrical systems including dome lights, radio, tach, etc were all out. Despite this, the headlights and exterior lights worked. |
| 153140 mi C $65 |
Blend Door Actuator needs to be replaced |
2004 Ford Explorer
Engine not specified
| 64480 mi C $230 |
Air conditioning was recharged. |
2004 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
239-horsepower 4.6L V8 5-speed automatic RWD
| 120000 mi US $500 |
Diverter flaps broken. Removed broken diverters and replaced then. |
| 118000 mi US $2200 |
Manifold hose leak, and actuator door broken. |
2004 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
239-horsepower 4.6L V8 5-speed automatic AWD
| 109300 mi US $800 |
Defroster vent |
2004 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
239-horsepower 4.6L V8 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 184000 mi US $40 |
Recharge |
| 184200 mi US $600 |
Charged ac |
| 198000 mi US $50 |
Replaced blend door actuator |
| 198000 mi US $60 |
Replace blend actuator |
| 105000 mi US $1600 |
Starter failed, and the flywheel had to be replaced as well. |
2004 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD
| 76300 mi | radio volume broke |
| 77300 mi US $100 |
Alternator died. Replaced. |
| 88000 mi | Battery died |
| 161100 mi US $100 |
Alternator went bad |
2004 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic AWD
| 108000 mi US $50 |
Replaced bad tire pressure warning sensor inside the tire/wheel assy. They have a long life (5 yr) battery, but that wasn't the problem. Road Salt had corroded the metal cap that screws on to the metal stem to add air to the tire. Junk. |
| 64000 mi | First, backup sensors stopped working. |
| 128000 mi US $400 |
The backup warning system was not working. wiring and speaker replaced. |
2004 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 133000 mi US $200 |
Had to replace starter |
| 65000 mi US $35 |
A/C recharge previously taken to another garage who did not repair it. replace blend door |
| 83000 mi | Air conditioner required repair. Total around $1,500 for this and brakes. |
| 83700 mi US $514 |
Replaced alternator and battery |
| 138000 mi US $845 |
Replaced alternator and emergency brake shoes. |
| 134200 mi US $150 |
Car would not turn over when attempting to start |
| 122900 mi US $250 |
Clicking noise from underneath dash when temp control moved out of Cold position. Replaced blend door actuator |
| 174000 mi US $200 |
Battery light and ABS light on. Alternator died and drained battery. Based on age of battery (4 Yrs) elected to replace battery as well as replaced alternator |
| 196000 mi US $35 |
Headlight burned out. Replaced both bulbs with Silverstar Ultra Halogen bulbs (9006) |
| 136000 mi US $79 |
replaced blower motor |
| 144000 mi US $80 |
Drivers side front window motor Replaced window regulator and motor assembly |
| 97000 mi US $178 |
Heater Blend motor broken, had to disassemble dash to access it |
| 191000 mi US $7 |
Tail light burnt out. just two screws, maybe five minutes. |
| 195000 mi US $1500 |
Computer died and needed to be replaced. |
2003 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
239-horsepower 4.6L V8 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 44000 mi US $160 |
Broken duct vent in dash. |
| 52000 mi | Rear window motor replaced. |
| 96000 mi | Air conditioning compressor was in need of replacement- dealership replaced at no charge because I had just purchased it used. |
| 97200 mi | Driver's side rear window motor stopped working. Dealership replaced at no charge because it was missed in inspection before I purchased the vehicle. |
| 5000 mi | April 2004 A/C no-op. Warranty repair. |
| 68000 mi | Ext'd Warranty: A/C operation intermittent. New control head installed. |
| 110000 mi US $70 |
Changed alternator |
| 143840 mi C $465 |
Heater Blower Fan |
| 154380 mi C $90 |
Wiring harness for windows loose. |
| 54111 mi US $38 |
Blew out blocked moonroof drains, replaced parking sensors, lubricated driver's "door ajar" switch |
| 54000 mi US $545 |
Replace rear parking sensors. |
| 67000 mi US $60 |
Multi-function (turn signal) switch failed, replaced with OEM part. |
| 104000 mi US $150 |
AC refrigerant loss - system sealed and recharged Driver's side blend door actuator failed |
| 112300 mi US $80 |
Driver's seat heat switch failed, replaced switch |
| 93000 mi | Heated seats stopped working; turning on rr defrost turned on all interior lights & gave "door ajar" warning. Dealer claimed bad harness to liftgate. $600+ (seriously!) repair was refused. Vehicle returned--issues had disappeared! |
| 99000 mi US $600 |
Corroded ground: rear defrost, automatic light timeout and heated seats no-op. Heated seats still not functional. |
| 65000 mi US $80 |
Driver's seat heater went out. |
2003 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD
| 184000 mi US $100 |
Drivers side window power actuator broke. Replaced with aftermarket part. |
| 192000 mi US $250 |
Alternator was bad. Replaced with new one. |
| 107000 mi | blender door not allowing air conditioner to work properly. due to cost, will fix myself with help of friend. |
| 111000 mi US $536 |
issue had been previously reported as blender door. was actually fresh air intake assmbly. i believe was damaged by previous dealer work/maintenance. new dealer repaired without issue. |
| 151000 mi US $55 |
Rear A/C blend door not working and constant clicking noise. |
2003 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 199000 mi US $125 |
Door ajar light wont shut off. Drivers door wire severed- common problem and a quick fix once the problem was found. |
| 205800 mi US $160 |
Rear wiper motor burned out. Bought part on ebay for $80, and dealer charged $80 to replace |
| 85560 mi | right pass window inoperable |
| 94000 mi US $125 |
Blend motor assy replaced. 'click of death' |
2003 Ford Explorer 4-door
8-cylinder automatic 4WD
| 39000 mi | took 03 explorer to ford dealer for a number of repairs covered under extended warranty with 50.00 deductable.window motor replaced factory radio door ajar sensor |
2002 Ford Explorer
Engine not specified
| 86000 mi | CD changer no longer worked when sold. |
2002 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
239-horsepower 4.6L V8 5-speed automatic RWD
| 109000 mi US $1800 |
A/C compressor developed two cracks, entire a/c system had to be replaced |
2002 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
239-horsepower 4.6L V8 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 112000 mi US $330 |
Insufficient cooling; recharged system Ambient temp sensor failed. Temp incorrect on display. Replaced sensor. |
| 113200 mi US $140 |
Dead battery |
| 153000 mi US $120 |
Replaced dead battery. |
| 158200 mi US $50 |
Rear windshield wiper stopped working. Replaced motor. |
| 150000 mi US $150 |
battery cable clamp corroded through to the point it could no longer hold the battery post and drained the battery to it's doom at the same time |
| 10300 mi US $450 |
SRS light on. Dealer replaced seatbelt pretensioner. |
| 102000 mi US $800 |
Air compresser failure. |
| 101000 mi US $186 |
replace brake light switch plus rewire |
| 53000 mi | A/C stopped working, tried to charge with kit. Wouldn't hold charge |
| 97000 mi | Replacement of emergency brake light switch. |
2002 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed manual 4WD w/low range
| 92000 mi US $1124 |
power door lock on passenger front door would stick and not unlock |
2002 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD
| 142000 mi | Driver's power window. |
| 106000 mi | Rear passenger window regulator broken. I disassembled it myself, the cable was broken and tore up the pulley system. I wedged in a block to hold the window up, will repair it when I want to spend $250 on a new regulator. |
| 164000 mi | Keyfob no longer locks or unlocks doors. Factory programmed keypad no longer unlocks doors; however my personal programmed code and the 'lock all' function still work ... ?!! |
| 176400 mi US $85 |
Rear passenger power window stopped working. Replaced window regulator. |
2002 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 102300 mi | Air Bag Warning light flashes, intermittently comes on and goes off. Problem is in the wiring of the seat belt buckle which cost over $320 not including labor. Also Door Ajar warning light works intermittenly and problem can not be located. |
| 161000 mi US $15 |
starter relay in junction box failed. car would not start |
| 163000 mi | starter failed. needed to be replaced. |
| 61000 mi US $177 |
alternator and battery had to be replaced |
| 172000 mi | Odometer display out. Selling dealer had to send to Ford affiliate, who contracted outside facility to repair PCB. Took 30 days to get car back |
| 174000 mi US $35 |
Replaced outside temperature sensor |
| 127000 mi | system needed 14oz of R134a |
| 129300 mi US $175 |
dead battery |
| 132000 mi US $800 |
replaced trailer wiring plug |
| 138000 mi US $100 |
gauge cluster overheats and needles flail about with reckless abandon after approximately five minutes of run time |
| 140000 mi US $1450 |
gauge cluster was overheating, sent out for repair, was unable to repair so had to replace with new cluster power windows completely inoperative, door was taken apart and rewired to replace worn wires that were causing a short door ajar light was staying on, as was dome light, regardless of whether the door was open or closed. new door sensor was installed |
| 92000 mi US $50 |
Windows quit, broken connector. |
| 103500 mi US $200 |
Door sensor/ Alarm goes off intermittently. |
| 50000 mi US $50 |
seat belt sensor and air bag sensor. Covered under warranty $50 deductible applies. |
| 88000 mi US $380 |
door switch and handle replaced |
| 125000 mi US $200 |
Window regulator failure. Replaced by new one. |
| 176000 mi US $140 |
I replaced the alternator myself at the site it failed so I did not have to have it towed. |
| 109000 mi US $300 |
Replace alternator |
| 111000 mi | Driver side airbag light was on when traded. |
2000 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
215-horsepower 5.0L V8 4-speed automatic AWD
| 165000 mi US $250 |
Clock spring in steering is defective. No horn, No drivers airbag, no cruise control. |
| 187000 mi US $1000 |
repaired AC with a new condenser. |
| 189200 mi US $150 |
Alternator gauge showing discharge, battery light came on. Truck would not start. Used Jump Box to drive to repair shop. |
2000 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 170000 mi US $120 |
Low voltage light went on, faulty alternator. Repair was easy with three easily accessible bolts. |
| 127000 mi US $550 |
Back wiper would not work. Indicated it was the motor but it works. |
| 150000 mi | Replaced electrical motors for electric windows on the left side of the car as both had stopped working. Replaced electric mirror on left side of car which quit functioning when the motor stopped. Whole mirror assembly replaced. |
2000 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
160-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 135000 mi US $140 |
Lights,Dash,dimmed and trouble lights came on. Air bag began to beep and engine began to run terrible. Tested Battery,voltage regulator and alternator. Replaced alternator which included a new voltage regulator. Work was done by me. |
| 194000 mi US $140 |
Noticed that the battery was losing charge. Tests showed it to be a failed alternator. Bought a new alternator and installed it. Problem solved. |
1999 Ford Explorer
Engine not specified
| 150000 mi US $124 |
Battery died due to cold weather. |
1998 Ford Explorer 4-door
8-cylinder automatic 2WD
| 94000 mi US $600 |
A/C variable motor control module was replaced. Lock function was not working; replaced lock control parts so that lock function would work. Unlock function was always working - it was only the lock function that was broken. Radio Antenna would not power up/down although radio itself was working. Powered radio antenna was replaced. |
| 95000 mi | Radio lights did not work although radio/Cd/Cassette worked fine. I replaced the entire radio so that you could see the station ID as well as clock time. |
| 96000 mi US $100 |
AC needed re-charging. O-ring replaced. Work done by Firestone for $100. |
| 97000 mi US $397 |
A/C was not repaired with o-ring replacement. After additional check, the evaporator was replaced. Oil change/tire rotation and alignment done at same time. All 3 wipers replaced. |
1998 Ford Explorer 4-door
6-cylinder automatic AWD
| 109000 mi US $200 |
AC blowing hot air - had lost all coolant - still don't know if there is a leak or not but I have some cool air now. |
1998 Ford Explorer 4-door
6-cylinder automatic 4WD
| 127000 mi | Repaired the dim LED issue on radio. Purchased rebuilt powersupply from online vendor. Very satisfied. The first time this happened the radio was repaired under extended warranty. This time I repaired myself for 25% of the cost of a dealership repair. |
| 127000 mi US $75 |
Speedo and Odometer intermittently stop working. Problem was a bad instrument cluster printed circuit membrance. Replaced cluster with used unit and it works fine. |
1997 Ford Explorer
Engine not specified
| 158300 mi US $120 |
first bought it and notice it was starting funny like not turning over right away. then it finally just stop working so had to replace it fix it with a new starter started right up again |
1997 Ford Explorer 4-door
8-cylinder automatic AWD
| 162000 mi US $280 |
Starter failed, no warning. Attempted to start car with remote start, forgot to turn the key so when I pressed brake to put car in gear, it stalled (safety feature). Upon restart, car wouldn't start. Had to tow to mechanic. |
1997 Ford Explorer 4-door
8-cylinder automatic 2WD
| 144000 mi | also needed new A/C seals (had degraded to the point of adding a can of freon every month)... an overhead dome light that would not shut off unless you removed the fuse... |
1997 Ford Explorer 4-door
6-cylinder manual 4WD
| 248000 mi US $200 |
Electrical cable at starter shorted out, requiring vehicle to be towed to shop. |
| 278000 mi US $40 |
Alternator failed. Replaced with used part. |
1997 Ford Explorer 4-door
6-cylinder automatic 4WD
| 100500 mi US $125 |
Blender door oh heater/AC unit inop, resulting in no temperature control. |
| 103540 mi C $550 |
No airconditioning because of leaking coolant. |
| 120400 mi C $450 |
Power chair did not move back or forth. Repaired power seat switch. |
1996 Ford Explorer
Engine not specified
| 167000 mi US $80 |
Serpentine belt broke after AC clutch seized. Ran hot and triggered fail-safe thermostat to stay open. Replaced belt, thermostat and disconnected power to AC compressor. AC compressor must be emptied and replaced. |
1996 Ford Explorer 4-door
8-cylinder automatic AWD
| 208000 mi US $120 |
Headlight out lamp indicated driver's side headlight not functioning. Replaced bulbs, but light not repaired. Investigated other areas and determined lamp out module failed and switch corroded. Ordered replacement parts, but not installed. |
| 208000 mi US $100 |
Replaced Lampout module and headlight switch. Discovered old headlight switch corroded and dashboard mount broken. Installed new switch and taped in place. New lampout module did not fix headlight issue. Wiring is the next item to fix. |
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