Engine Exhaust System problems of the 2013 Ford Explorer - part 1

We have noticed a car exhaust odor in our vehicle while at a standstill. The odor comes and goes and we are not sure what is causing it. It seems that car exhaust is coming into the vehicle through the car's ventilation system. The dealer ship could not find the issue. The vehicle did have the Ford carbon monoxide customer satisfaction program completed.

Exhaust fumes inside vehicle causing nausea and headaches. Happening consistantly for the last 3yrs.

Initial complaint to Ford dealership exhaust odors in cabin, possibly related to use of air conditioning (inspected 5/4/16, mileage 47,450, no repairs completed). Performance recall 17no3 completed 10/22/18. Exhaust odors worse after recall. Ford dealership inspected again on 10/30/18. Recommended using recirculation of cabin air at all times. Air conditioning has since stopped working. Per dealership rear a/c lines now need replacement, ext. Cost of $2,100. Cabin exhaust odors continue and inside of windshield is fogging. Odors worse when stopped at stoplights. Multiple occasions of CO detection in cabin while in motion in rural areas. Elevated cohb with various health symptoms and children now complaining of car sickness. Various areas of rust also reported to dealership and new areas appearing (I. E. Near drain vales of the liftgate).

We recently began smelling a pungent 'sulfur' or 'rotten egg' like smell that comes and goes in the interior cabin of our Explorer while driving the vehicle. Typically this seems to occur while or just after driving at freeway speeds/accelerating. We believe this is in line with other instances people have had in Explorers of possible exhaust leaks into the interior cabin space of the vehicle. We have 83,000 miles on our 2013 awd 3. 5l Explorer limited. We took our vehicle to a Ford dealer under customer service satisfaction program service # 17n03, but they stated our specific VIN does not apply to this service & thus would not cover that service fix for this issue.

Three times in the last 2 weeks I've had either gasoline or exhaust fumes inside of the vehicle. I was accelerating on either a city street or highway uphill and the a/c was on.

Tl the contact owns a 2013 Ford Explorer. On several occasions, while driving, excessive exhaust fumes and a fuel odor entered the vehicle. The contact suffered headaches and dizziness due to the exhaust fumes. Medical attention was not received. The vehicle was taken to kenny ross Ford south (located at 3200 library rd, castle shannon, PA 15234, (412) 881-0001) where the mechanic stated there was a definite odor in the vehicle; however, he was unsure if it was carbon monoxide. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 75,000.

There is an exhaust leak on the vehicle allowing toxic fumes into the cabin.

My 2013 Ford Explorer XLT has been to the repair shop twice in order to address Ford recall 17no3. To this day, January 31, 2018, my CO monitor picks up high readings (in my opinion) for such an enclosed space of a vehicle cabin (12-43 ppm). I drive a lot for work and am being constantly exposed to these fumes. My wife and I also have a 1 year old that we refuse to place in this car because even low levels are more dangerous to him. The readings occur while driving and accelerating, also when the vehicle is on recirculate. I've noticed that I get high readings of carbon monoxide levels after starting the vehicle or even just checking the vehicle periodically throughout the day. After getting into my car for lunch, the car was even turned off and I had a reading of 43ppm on my monitor (which I leave in the car). This tells me that toxic fumes are leaking from the exhaust into the cabin, even when the car is off, and staying in the vehicle because things have been sealed off due to Ford's "attempts" at fixing this issue. Ford Explorer, not just me, can't afford to put our health at risk while Ford denies there's a problem. Considering that CO is odorless, you don't need to be able to smell the exhaust fumes for carbon monoxide to be present in great amounts for enclosed spaces. The picture that I have attached is only 1 of at least 25 pictures and videos I have compiled to make my case that Ford's "attempt" to fix this issue is being ignored by them.

Tl the contact owns a 2013 Ford Explorer. While driving various speeds, the contact was overcome by exhaust fumes entering the vehicle. The contact became exhausted and had severe headaches. The contact underwent medical tests at cary medical group (530 new waverly pl #200, cary, nc 27518, (919) 859-5955) for carbon monoxide poisoning. The contact was informed that the tests showed elevated levels of carbon monoxide. The vehicle was not taken to be diagnosed or inspected. The contact stated that an appointment was made with an independent facility to perform a carbon monoxide test on the vehicle. The manufacturer was not notified. The approximate failure mileage was 125,200.

Smell of exhaust inside cabin under hard acceleration. This vehicle had the Ford complementary repair done in July. Defect still occurring.

Tl the contact owns a 2013 Ford Explorer. While driving in a high traffic area for over thirty minutes, the contact felt dizzy and light headed. The symptoms recurred several times. The vehicle was taken to welsh motors Ford (330-549-3925, located at 13760 woodworth rd, new springfield, OH 44443) where it was stated that there was no recall on the vehicle. The contact's symptoms returned and the vehicle was taken back to the same dealer several times. The dealer later diagnosed that the gasket needed to be replaced. Again, the contact's symptoms returned. The contact stated that during a four hour road trip, one of her family members suffered the same symptoms. No one received medical attention. The vehicle was taken back to the same dealer and it was diagnosed that the duct tape on the exhaust fell off. The duct tape was replaced, but the symptoms continued. The vehicle was taken back to the same dealer where the technician test drove the vehicle and stated that there was no failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the situation and did not assist. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 48,700.

Carbon monoxide / exhaust enter into the cabin during daily driving. Confirmed with gas detector.

Under moderate to hard acceleration strong smell of exhaust fumes inside passenger compartment of vehicle. Can make it happen on demand.

Exhaust enters the cabin during heavy acceleration at medium to high speed. This has been happening since we purchased the car new in 2013.

Exhaust fumes when I accelerate, not floor boarding it but just regular acceleration that you smell in the cabin. I brought it to Ford dealership and they said it was nothing. This issue has been going on since I got the vehicle in 2015 October.

My vehicle is exhibiting the exhaust smell in the cabin concern. It has been verified by the technician at jones Ford in north charleston, SC. I purchased the vehicle used in January 2017. It currently has 58000 miles on it. Ford is telling me that they will not cover this issue under the extended warranty I purchased from them.

The contact owns a 2013 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that there was an abnormal exhaust odor in the vehicle. Upon activating the air conditioning unit, the exhaust odor became stronger and spread throughout the vehicle. As a result, the contact was unable to drive the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 75,000.

Since purchasing our Ford Explorer new exhaust fumes fill the cabin when accelerating (increase in rpm). After long trips causes headaches and dizziness. It's been an ongoing issue for 4 years. We have had the Ford service bulletins for this issue performed and problem remains.

We bought the vehicle used and with 48 hours noticed an exhaust smell inside cabin when sitting at a traffic light or stop sign.

The contact owns a 2013 Ford Explorer. After the contact retrieved the vehicle from the dealer for repairing an exhaust odor inside the cabin, the failure still occurred. The contact was advised by the mechanic that the second step of the repair process needed to be performed because the first step failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 59,216.

The contact owns a 2013 Ford Explorer. While the vehicle was idling, the contact noticed an abnormal, stringent exhaust odor without warning. The odor was also noticed inside the vehicle while driving. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was contacted and stated that it was the contact's responsibility to have the vehicle diagnosed, and that there was no recall for the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 87,000.

When vehicle is under acceleration, there is an exhaust smell throughout the cabin. Ford has attempted to correct the issue, but the exhaust smell remains under acceleration.

Strong exhaust/gasoline smell inside the cabin while driving with windows closed and the air conditioning on.

My truck has almost 120000 miles. And we were driving and notice the check light came on. We went to advance auto and had the truck scanned to see what code would come up. It said there was two cylinder misfired. And that it probably came from bad fuel. And then the engine started jumping and skipping. We finally got it to firestone and they said there's tapping and knocking at the bottom of the engine. They came to the conclusion that now the truck needs a new engine. They quoted me a rough estimate of $10,000. We've kept up with all the oil changes along with having the a/c compressor replaced because it went out as well. The warranty company will only replace the engine with a used or remanufactured engine for $3700. There is no way a 2013 Ford Explorer with less than 120,000 miles needs a new engine. And we also smelled exhaust fumes through the vents inside the vehicle.

Exhaust smell is extremely noticeable and disturbing, especially because I am travelling with a 3 year old. What can be done to resolve this issue immediately? I had a similar issue when the gas line had a leak and that is all I could smell.

The contact owns a 2013 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that the vehicle emitted an exhaust odor that caused the contact and other passengers to have headaches. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer, but it was not diagnosed or repaired. A certified mechanic diagnosed that there was an exhaust failure, but the exact cause of failure could not be determined. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 57,000.

There is an exhaust smell (like burnt hair) inside the cabin when the car accelerates, especially a hard acceleration and often when the air conditioning is on. Certified dealer cannot identify cause of issue or how it occurs.

The contact owns a 2013 Ford Explorer. While the vehicle was stationary with the air conditioner activated, the contact smelled an egg-like odor inside the vehicle. The contact rolled down the windows to release the odor from the cabin of the vehicle. Freedom Ford of evensburgh, pennsylvania was made aware of the issue and stated that there was no recall. The dealer further stated that an extensive procedure would have to be performed to address the issue, which included removing the bumper to locate the odor. The manufacturer stated that there was a TSB for the failure, but the vehicle was out of warranty. The failure mileage was approximately 30,000.

Exhaust smell in cabin during heavy loads on engine. I have had the TSB completed by Ford and still have this problem.

Exhaust smell in interior of vehicle. I typically drive with a/c or heat on (seasonally) and always use outside air (no re-circulation). Smell is more noticeable when idling at a stop light or otherwise not in motion. Have tried two service calls recently with no resolution. An additional related issue is an even stronger fuel smell in my garage. This is more of a pre-combustion smell. The dealer reported that this is normal as a result of the capless gas tank filter system. Definitely a health hazard for anyone entering the garage, and the smell gets into the house. These issues have persisted for the past 6-12 months, getting worse over time. To date, the dealer has no resolution for either issue. Please help.

The contact owns a 2013 Ford Explorer. While operating the vehicle and depressing the accelerator pedal with the air conditioner activated, exhaust fumes emitted from the air conditioning vents. Also, the front driver's side door ajar sensor illuminated although the door was secured. Eventually, the door could not be locked at all. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the door latch module was faulty and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was not notified of the failures. The failure mileage was 36,000.

Vehicle emits bad odor upon hard acceleration or any other activity which puts a strain on the engine. Dealer deodorized the exhaust system with some perfume like substance which stopped the smell, but probably not the gas, for a while which soon wore off and returned. Ford does not claim to know anything about the issue. I'm concerned about carbon monoxide and have thought about putting in a sensor to record the levels. There is something wrong with the exhaust system.

Exhaust fumes enter the cabin during hard acceleration. This is most noticeable when all windows are closed and the climate control system is on. Reproducible most easily when at 30 mph or higher when merging onto a highway. This has happened since the vehicle was purchased new. One note: this may happen at any speed however the vehicle is not put under maximum or near maximum acceleration unless merging onto a highway or passing.

The contact owns a 2013 Ford Explorer. While driving various speeds, an exhaust fume odor entered into the cabin of the vehicle. As a result, the contact became nauseated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 59,000.

The contact owns a 2013 Ford Explorer. While driving at any speed, the exhaust fumes entered the vehicle through the air conditioning system when the vehicle accelerated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 76,000.