Latches/locks/linkage Related Problems of the 2016 Ford Explorer

Table 1 shows four common latches/locks/linkage related problems of the 2016 Ford Explorer. The number one most common problem is related to the latches/locks/linkage (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the door latch (one problem).

Table 1. Latches/locks/linkage related problems of Ford Explorer


Recently reported Latches/locks/linkage problems of the 2016 Ford Explorer

The Latches/locks/linkage problem

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 mph the drivers side b- piller had detached. The contact indicated that the b-piller trim stayed connected to the vehicle by a wire.   Read details...

The Door Latch problem

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked and occupied, while attempting to open the driver’s side door with the door handle, the door failed to respond as needed.   Read details...

The Hatchback/liftgate Lock problem

The contact's girlfriend owns a 2016 Ford Explorer. The contact stated after placing groceries inside the vehicle, the contact heard a chime as the liftgate independently started closing, almost striking him on the head.   Read details...


Latches/locks/linkage related problems in other Ford Explorer model year vehicles:



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