Equipment Related Problems of the 2016 Ford Explorer

Table 1 shows eight common equipment related problems of the 2016 Ford Explorer. The number one most common problem is related to the equipment (400 problems). The second most common problem is related to the air conditioner (14 problems).


Recently reported Equipment problems of the 2016 Ford Explorer

The Equipment problem

25v347 and 24v031 I recieved a notice of the first recall in February 2024. Over the summer of 2024 and 2025 both the a-pillar and b-pillar trim has melted and become detached from the vehicle during high heat warnings and during my commute to work on the interstate 60 miles each day.   Read details...

The Air Conditioner problem

The entire air conditioning system has corrosion and rusted completely out. This vehicle is only 4 years old. It should not be rusted beyond repair. This entire system is very costly. There is a leak at the rear evaporator housing connection.   Read details...

The Carrier/rack problem

I took my 2016 Ford Explorer XLT on Dec 29th 2020 to get a oil change etc. They had the vehicle all day even though I took it in at 7am. I pick it up a 4:45 pm then drive it home because I work from home I did not drive it again until Saturday Jan 9th 2021, while driving it that morning I realized   Read details...


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