Structure Related Problems of the 2011 Ford Explorer

Table 1 shows six common structure related problems of the 2011 Ford Explorer. The number one most common problem is related to the structure (51 problems). The second most common problem is related to the body (46 problems).

Table 1. Structure related problems of Ford Explorer


Recently reported Structure problems of the 2011 Ford Explorer

The Structure problem

The contact owns a 2011 Ford expedition. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 24v031000 (structure); however, parts for the recall repair were not yet available. The contact stated that for two years, the dealer was repeatedly contacted; however, the contact was informed that   Read details...

The Body problem

Loose/detached bilateral exterior c-pillar around the rear window. Both sides are lifted and very loose with the potential to cause driver to lose control if detached resulting in damage to other vehicles on the road or even a traffic collision… this is a safety defect   Read details...

The Paint problem

Tl- the contact owns a 2011 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that the paint bubbled and chipped on the vehicle. The vehicle had been taken to the dealer twice for the same issue and the dealer last told them that the hood would have to be replaced.   Read details...


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