Equipment Related Problems of the 2017 Ford Explorer

Table 1 shows seven common equipment related problems of the 2017 Ford Explorer. The number one most common problem is related to the equipment (344 problems). The second most common problem is related to the air conditioner (15 problems).


Recently reported Equipment problems of the 2017 Ford Explorer

The Equipment problem

Regarding safety recall notice 25s53 / NHTSA recall 25v347, I received the recall literature June 2025. This past week, a trim piece in this recall came off the vehicle while in motion. This is a safety hazard and can cause accidents.   Read details...

The Air Conditioner problem

Since a week ago I am feeling a strong smell in the vehicle once I turn it on and when I turn on the air condition it increases alot. I have gotten strong headaches because of this odor and my preocupation is that I am with my children most of the time.   Read details...

The Carrier/rack problem

Purchased my 2017 Ford Explorer 2/12/2018, bought new from dealer, and now has 6029 miles on it. The windshield seal and roof rails have deteriorated and coming away from the SUV. But, the parts they quoted me was for four pillers that go on each side of windshield, nothing about a seal.   Read details...


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