Engine Exhaust System problems of the 2015 Ford Explorer - part 2

The contact owns a 2015 Ford Explorer. While driving various speeds, the exhaust fumes entered into the cabin of the vehicle when the accelerator pedal was depressed. The vehicle was taken to mike castrucci Ford of alexandria, kentucky, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and transferred the call to NHTSA. The failure mileage was 24,400.

The cabin fills with a strong exhaust fume odor each time you perform a moderate to hard acceleration. This has occurred continuously since purchase in 2015. The dealer was informed and has taken no action.

Very strong exhaust smell, has made my wife I'll, causing sick to the stomach and headaches.

Have had 2015 Explorer in local Ford dealer 6 times to have exhaust fumes in cabin resolved. They have perform repairs to current TSB�s. Still having exhaust fumes in cabin after normal acceleration. Starting to smell fumes when entering cabin after remote start. Currently vechile in shop again!.

The contact owns a 2015 Ford Explorer. While driving the vehicle on several occasions, there was a strong odor of exhaust fumes in the cabin of the vehicle. The contact stated that the odor was more prevalent when the air conditioner was in use. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed of an exhaust leak emitting from the engine compartment. The vehicle was not repaired. A child in the vehicle had to be rushed to the emergency room to seek medical treatment for nausea and migraines due to the exhaust fumes. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The approximate failure mileage was 48,000. The VIN was not available.

Every time I am getting on the interstate and have to give it gas, I can smell exhaust in the cabin. And then while trying to pass another vehicle I can also smell the exhaust in the cabin. I reported this to the local dealer back in September of 2016 and they said that there was no recall or reported issues with my complaint.

The contact owns a 2015 Ford Explorer. While driving various speeds, a carbon monoxide odor entered from the air vent. The vehicle was taken to mccombs Ford west (7111 NW loop 410, san antonio, TX 78238), but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 49,398. The VIN was not provided.

The contact owns a 2015 Ford Explorer. While operating the vehicle, the odor of exhaust fumes was present inside the cabin. The failure caused the occupants to experience headaches and nausea. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but the cause of the failure was not determined. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 30,000.

Purchased new 12/2014 and have had an exhaust smell inside the car when driving. Exhaust odor is very strong when going up hills and when engine is under a load such as acceleration. Even with the a/c on re-circulation mode, the odor is quite strong to the point of having to roll down the windows. We also experience headaches while driving from all the fumes. We have had it to the dealer for this issue at least twice, the fist time they said nothing was wrong. The most recent visit in December 2016 they replaced some body seals on the back of the vehicle which has helped some, but we still have fumes getting into the vehicle and we still get the headaches. It is to the point that my wife is afraid to drive the car. We are also now aware there has been a service bulletin on this very issue since 2012 and Ford has been aware of the problem on the Explorer. So they have been selling these with a known defect that is a real safety issue with carbon monoxide poisoning. Also, our dealer (team Ford) did not address it until we really pushed the issue on the most recent visit this past December after 2 years of dealing with it, but its still not solved even after having the vehicle for 10 days. We are very concerned about this and very unhappy with the initial deal response as well as Ford selling us the vehicle with a known issue that is quite dangerous.

The contact owns a 2015 Ford Explorer. While driving 70 mph, a strong exhaust odor spread throughout the vehicle without warning. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer (port lavaca Ford located at 1801 highway 35 south, port lavaca, TX 77979; (888) 813-2728) who stated that the vehicle was out of warranty and could not be repaired for free. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted at 800-392-3673. The manufacturer also stated that the vehicle was out of warranty and the VIN was not included in a recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 35,000.

Strong exhaust odor in passenger cabin when operating the vehicle with full throttle applications (e. G. , passing, climbing steep grades or merging onto freeway ramps).

July 29, 2016 we bought a used 2015 Ford Explorer sport 4x4. Somewhere around oct 2016 we noticed exhaust fumes smell inside the cabin of the car. It s me to be more noticeable when vehicle was under high acceleration. Took it to Ford dealer 10-12-16 where they found tailgate seal leaking and it was replaced. Couple weeks went by and smelled the same odor again, took it back to Ford dealer on 10-31-16, they say could find anything. Crazy because when I let and accelerated on it you could smell it. When you take off from a stop sign getting up to speed, pulling out onto freeway or passing traffic you can smell it. My husband got a gas monitor that they use for manholes and I drove with it for a few days and the co2 monitor went off and we have a video. We called Ford dealer and sent video and they say we need to call Ford direct. I have been researching this issue on the internet and Ford does not want to do anything about this problem. I can tell you on 3 different occasions that I have gotten dizzy from the fumes and had to roll windows down and it has given my daughter severe headache. I bought this used car as I can't afford a new one and this is my only means of transportation. I am making a good size car payment and it is very frustrating that this vehicle has this issue and Ford can't fix it. It is now March 2017 and still having exhaust smell issue.

Our Explorer limited unit has less than 21,000 miles on it. While accelerating to pass another vehicle, climbing a hill / mountain or similar situation exhaust fumes enter the cabin. The a/c unit is on and in the recirculation mode with the rear a/c unit operating. The noxious fumes smell like rotten eggs / sulfuric acid. The only way to clear the dangerous exhaust gases is to open windows allowing for a change in the cabin's atmosphere. This is a recurring issue that can be replicated. Working with the dealership we purchased from as well as Ford corporate to resolve this dangerous situation. Many units are experiencing this same issue. No proven repair / fix to date. How long will it take Ford's engineering team to isolate the reason this occurs and provide a proven repair / recall? could it be the units experiencing this recurring problem could be coming out of the same manufacturing facility?.

The contact owns a 2015 Ford Explorer. While driving 70 mph, an exhaust odor entered into the cabin of the vehicle. The higher the speed of the vehicle, the more the odor intensified. In addition, the odor smelled like burning oil, similar to oil being burned on the exhaust manifold. Boggus Ford of harlingen, texas was made aware of the odor and stated that the vehicle was out of the 36,000 mile warranty. The dealer also stated that the extended warranty would not cover the cost of the repair and that the tail pipes and rear fenders were the affected parts. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and transferred the contact to NHTSA after stating that the failure was being investigated. The failure mileage was 52,000.

My 2015 Ford Explorer gives off exhaust gas that enters the cabin under acceleration to highway speeds and has made passengers in my car sick and vomit. The problem started immediately after I bought the car and as of today the dealer cannot fix the problem. I have had it back to the dealer numerous times and have contacted Ford customer care center without success. They say the car is fixed but still smells. The dealer tells me they have been in touch with Ford and still no remedy. Its almost like they are waiting for the warranty to run out so they can forget about this problem. My brother has an Explorer police vehicle and on a recent trip with him in his car his did the exact same thing.

My vehicle has had an exhaust smell under acceleration since new. After approximately 9 months it starting getting really bad. I took it to the dealership beginning of August and they completed the tech bulletin but was not fixed so I took it back. The dealer told me they worked on it for 3 days with technical service from Ford motor headquarters but could not fix it and told me it was safe to drive and gave me back the vehicle. When I picker up the vehicle my receipt stated "could not verify problem", (that is a major cover-up) by the dealer from liability. I filed complaint with Ford and took it to another dealership. They verified the problem and have had it twice more and replaced the exhaust and resealed the body seams but the smell is still there. I have been in contact with Ford but keep getting the run around and told I have to take it back to the dealer but the dealer tells me they have done everything to try and fix it. My main complaint is that this is a lease vehicle so it belongs to Ford, they should just take their vehicle back and release me from my lease since they cannot fix their vehicle. Ford tells me that they filed the paperwork for the lemon law but I need to take it back to the dealer again and again. I just picked it up Saturday and this is Monday and Ford says take it back to the dealer and Ford will call me on Friday. I don't know why I have to keep taking it back to dealer when dealer states they cannot fix it.

The contact owns a 2015 Ford Explorer. While driving various speeds, exhaust odors and fumes emitted inside the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer on three separate occasions and the air conditioner inlet and mufflers were replaced. In addition, the contact stated that the hvac module was reprogrammed and the underbody of the vehicle was re-coated, but the failure continued. The manufacturer was notified of the failures. The failure mileage was 40,994.

The contact owns a 2015 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that carbon monoxide entered the vehicle while the vehicle was idling and being driven. The failure occurred within less than a year of owning the vehicle. The contact was nauseous, light headed, and became ill. A passenger suffered memory loss and two strokes within months of being in the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a dealer (gary yeomans Ford Lincoln, 1420 n tomoka farms rd, daytona beach, FL 32124, (386) 310-2342). The dealer stated that several repairs were completed, but there was no carbon monoxide testing. The VIN was not included in NHTSA action number: ea17002 (structure, engine and engine cooling). The manufacturer was notified of the failure to determine if they could provide a solution. The approximate failure mileage was 25,499.

Strong odor of exhaust fumes enter cabin when gas pedal is pushed hard when entering freeway and air conditioner is on and set at recirculate. It happens every time I enter the freeway at end of entrance ramp. I am forced to open the windows while driving to make the fumes go away.

Exhaust fumes entering inside car when air condition is on. Had car serviced told Ford dealer of problem, they changed air filter still have problem. Now it is all over news there is no fix for this problem. Dosnt matter whether car is in motion or not.

I recently came across an article about exhaust fumes inside the 2015 Ford Explorer. This is what my wife and I experienced. I hope this helps in your review in a potential recall of this vehicle. In August 2014 we purchased a new Ford Explorer 2015 XLT. Currently have approximately 40k miles on it. When either of us accelerate to enter a freeway quickly, or drive up a hill there is a stronger odor of exhaust fumes inside the car. Of course we open the windows, but my wife is asthmatic and it greatly affects her breathing and other asthma symptoms including coughing, wheezing and needing to use a ¿rescue¿ inhaler. This occurs during the winter as well as when the ac in on. We love our beautiful Ford Explorer and are troubled by this problem, but believe this is a serious fault and should justify a recall.

I just read an article about Ford Explorer exhaust odor potential concerns sent to NHTSA. I own a 2015 Ford Explorer XLT with about 11,500 miles. On two occasions I have encountered the exhaust odor in the vehicle cabin. In both instances this occurred during near wide-open-throttle acceleration while merging onto an interstate highway. The odor is an exhaust odor with an additional "rotten egg" odor characteristic which is indicative of an over-rich fuel condition that likely occurs at wide-open-throttle. I have not smelled this odor at any other times, which I suspect is because I hardly ever accelerate so intensely. I hope this will be a little helpful in your review of whether this is an issue or not. I am a happy lifetime owner of Ford vehicles and I have great respect for the Ford motor company, so I am not complaining,but wanting to help.

Upon hard acceleration, such as trying to get on the interstate highway or going up a hill while pulling a trailer, exhaust fumes are getting into the passenger cabin. You can smell an odor similar to sulfur or like someone struck a kitchen match. This is most noticeable when the front and rear ac units are running. I've taken the vehicle to the dealership twice and the TSB repairs have been done on the vehicle but the fumes are still getting into the cabin. The last time I had it in to the dealer, I had one of the mechanics ride with me while I got on the interstate. He never would say that he smelled the odor of the exhaust but if I could smell it, he certainly could have as well. The odor is offensive and bothersome but the carbon monoxide that it contains is poisonous. I've looked online and there are many post to various websites posted by owners that have the same problem. Ford should be made to correct this problem.

Tl the contact owns a 2015 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that there was an internal failure concerning an odorless carbon monoxide leakage. The vehicle was not included in NHTSA action number: ea17002 (structure, engine and engine cooling). The dealer (automax Ford, 3301 e central texas expy, killeen, TX 76543, (254) 699-2629) was informed that the contact had a carbon monoxide tester that detected a high level of carbon monoxide. The dealer used their own testing device for carbon monoxide and also detected a high level. The dealer indicated that the manufacturer had no remedy or recall to provide a permanent solution unless it was for the police intercept vehicles. The dealer stated that replacing the body plugs in the rear would provide a remedy, but the failure continued. The contact's wife experienced nausea, headaches, and was unable to stand for a long period of time. The contact's wife underwent medical treatments, which caused a loss of employment due to health issues generated from the failure with the vehicle. The contact was waiting for a buy back offer. The VIN and failure mileage were not available.

Exhaust fumes in the cockpit. After purchasing the vehicle (2nd owner) we started smelling exhaust smells when accelerating on to the interstate. This would happen with moderate or higher acceleration with 1 or 2 occupants or moderate with full tank of gas and 4 occupants and luggage. Dealer performed technical bulletin - no fix. Dealer then updated computer software - no fix. Dealer then replaced entire exhaust system - no fix. Service manager advised he was out of options and I should call Ford customer service at 800-392-3673. Finally talked to samantha who eventually told me there was nothing Ford could do because the NHTSA did not consider this a safety issue.

The contact owns a 2015 Ford Explorer. When attempting to hard accelerate in the vehicle, exhaust fumes entered the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer four times. The exhaust system and other components were replaced, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 7,000.

The contact owns a 2015 Ford Explorer. While driving unknown speeds, the contact noticed exhaust fumes in the cabin. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer (brondes Ford Lincoln, 1511 reynolds rd, maunee, OH 43537) where it was diagnosed that the vents and bumper shield needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not notified. The VIN was unknown. The failure mileage was 19,000.

Tl the contact owns a 2015 Ford Explorer. The contact noticed a foul odor coming from the exhaust, which made her nauseous. The vehicle was taken to vista Ford Lincoln woodland hills (21501 ventura blvd, woodland hills, CA 91364), but could not be diagnosed since the contact became ill. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 43,000.

The contact owns a 2015 Ford Explorer. While driving approximately 50 mph, the odor of exhaust fumes was perceived inside the vehicle without warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer (cross roads Ford, 88 dale jarrett blvd, indian trail, nc 877-660-7530) and the contact was informed that the failure was not a known issue. The failure recurred. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 5,000.

Burning plastic / exhaust smell inside the cab any time when accelerating.

I bought the car in September of 2015 and noticed upon hard acceleration such as entering the interstate or passing a car there is a smell of exhaust that comes into the cabin area and in order to relieve the smell the windows need to be cracked a little bit and this only happens upon hard acceleration. I have not had this experience with any other vehicle. I have also had problems with the transmission but they cannot seem to figure out when accelerating between 20 and 40 miles per hour you feel a shift in the transmission which for a new vehicle is a bit odd. At 10,000 miles I had to have a stabilizer bar in the front and replaced I notice a lot of heavy clunking as I drove my car around and this seems to be the problem. I I have also had issues with the headliner coming out on the driver side front door this is been pushed in and replaced 3 times and it's working on its fourth time. The issues with the transmission and the exhaust fumes in the cab and have yet to be resolved.

The contact owns a 2015 Ford Explorer. The contact noticed an abnormal odor in the vehicle. After an exhaustive investigation, the contact deduced that the odor stemmed from an exhaust leak. The contact stated that the odor emitted from the heating/air conditioning vents. The vehicle was taken to the dealer on several occasions for diagnostic testing. The contact was not given a prognosis for the odor. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The approximate failure mileage was 23,000.

Exhaust smell enters the cabin upon moderate to hard acceleration.

The contact owns a 2015 Ford Explorer. When the accelerator pedal was depressed at various speeds, exhaust fumes entered the vehicle from the vents. The dealer was able to duplicate the failure, but the vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 40,000.

Update to NHTSA complaint #10914850 vehicle still in service since 9/26/16. Total days at dealer for service due to exhaust fumes / chemical smell in passenger compartment: 26 as of 10/16/16. Have been told Ford's engineering rep (during Ford's "final repair attempt" under lemon law) also smelled fumes in cabin under wot and when engine under load. Was told that it could not be carbon monoxide in cabin making me dizzy and sick feeling because "catalytic converter changes carbon monoxide to carbon dioxide, which is why dealer uses co2 meter not CO meter". Was informed that regional engineer instructed dealer to repeat TSB 14-0130 even though they were then telling me that the smell is from "mildew on the a/c evaporator core", which contradicts their performing the TSB to seal the vehicle from exhaust fumes a second time (performed previously without effect in 10/2015). Have been told many different "reasons" for the fumes in cabin, none of which make much sense. Mildew does not smell like sulfur or exhaust fumes. To make things worse, I was told that I "do not drive enough miles" during my trips to "dry out the evaporator core" so I am told my driving habits, not Ford's design flaws allowing exhaust into cabin, are the reason for the fumes. Service manager has been diligent and professional and is a genuinely nice person, though Ford is trying to serve up a "red herring" by trying to divert attention to the a/c system rather than admit to exhaust fumes in passenger cabin. Ford replaced the evap core which resulted in nearly no a/c upon being told vehicle ready for pick-up on 10/15/16, so it is still in service. . Now to repair what they broke during "final repair attempt". To consumer, appears Ford has propped open fresh air vents regardless of "recirculate" button light, resulting in warm a/c. Ford should re-purchase this hazardous vehicle.