Table 1 shows five common seats related problems of the 1996 Ford Explorer. The number one most common problem is related to the front seat recliner (twelve problems). The second most common problem is related to the seats (six problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Front Seat Recliner problems | |
| Seats problems | |
| Front Seat Power Adjust problems | |
| Mid/rear Seats Assembly problems | |
| Seat Broken problems |
Noticed that the recliner handle was bent on the drivers side. The next time I went to recline the seat the handle broke off at the rivet point. Common problem according to the dealer. The part can only be bought from Ford and the cost is $100. Read details...
Drivers side seat belt receiver does not clasp seat belt. We are taking the vehicle to a local shop to replace the receiver at $100 for the part plus labor. A seat belt receiver should be built to last normal driving conditions. This vehicle has not been in any kind of accident. Read details...
The driver's seats broke from the metal part by where one adjusts seat forward and backward. Was sitting in the seat and the bolt that holds seat in place broke. A mechanic that installs the seats in the Ford Explorer come looked at it and said it should have never of happened. Read details...