Four problems related to brake disc caliper have been reported for the 2011 Ford Explorer. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2011 Ford Explorer based on all problems reported for the 2011 Explorer.
Left rear brake caliper failed causing vehicle to become unstable for brief second when the caliper grabbed the rotor while traveling at highway speeds. You could feel this in the steering and would have to correct at each dip or bump in the highway. Brake pad worn to failure point before identifying the problem.
During traffic in hot weather on highway there is squealing sound coming from front drivers side of vehicle and smoke coming from rear driver tire after exiting highway to check the noise. After exiting highway I felt all 4 metal wheels and driver's side rear was extremely hot and other wheels were warm to the touch. I had the exact same conditions on passenger rear brakes last summer at ~50,000 miles, and the dealership replaced rear passenger caliper immediately. This time they claim are not able to reproduce the seizing of caliper after 3 mile test drive and calipers appeared to be in working condition. I argued that the problem may occur during long distance highway travel and may not happen on short test drive. Dealership argued that it is Ford policy not to perform warranty repairs/replacement work when they are unable to reproduce problems described by customer. I am very upset that I have to worry about my car starting on fire every time I drive on highway. 2011 Ford Explorer XLT 3. 5l v6 tivct. Northwest chicago IL.
Right rear brake caliper seized, creating smoke and extreme heat to wheel area. Caliper replaced under warranty. Same issue with left rear caliper on 5-1-15 at 42k miles. Left caliper replaced at my expense, as it was outside the warranty period. Same issue with right rear caliper again on 5-26-15 at 44k miles. Dealership said that the caliper was ok after cleaning the area. There appears to be continual problem with these rear brakes on both sides.
The contact owns a 2011 Ford Explorer. While driving 25 mph, the speedometer and turn signals failed to operate. The dealer replaced the computer and the turn signal cluster. In addition, the brake calipers and rotors failed due to insufficient lubrication. The manufacturer was made aware of the failures. The failure mileage was 19,000.