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CarComplaints.com Notes: The previous generation of Explorer was so awful that the redesign in 2006 was greeted with much optimism. That didn't last long.
The transmission continues to be the Explorer's worst reliability problem. Owners report shifting hard & lunging, typically starting as low as 40k miles with a $1,600 average repair bill. On top of that, the radiator is prone to failure around 60k miles. Repairs for the radiator run $500 to $1,000 & many owners report they've had to replace the radiator multiple times for leaks, indicating a possible design defect in the OEM replacement parts.
Ford did make some significant changes to improve handling and safety. Electronic stability control was added in addition to side impact air bags, but beyond that this is a vehicle that should be avoided at all costs.
5.0
fairly significant- Typical Repair Cost:
- No data
- Average Mileage:
- 35,500 miles
- Total Complaints:
- 2 complaints
Most Common Solutions:
- not sure (2 reports)
windows / windshield problem
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A D V E R T I S E M E N T S
The power windows only work when they feel like it. Some times they will go down but won't go back up. Was told it needs a new control panel on drivers door to fix this problem-several hundred dollars to fix, not covered under any warranty!!! What a surprise!!! Not much is covered under warranty.
We have given up trying to get any thing fixed on this piece of junk. Would trade it in, but, dealer won't give anything for it, knowing its history. Any one looking for a LEMON? I have 2 of them, both Fords.
- vancuran, Sardinia, NY, US