Engine Exhaust System problems of the 2017 Ford Explorer - part 1

The contact owns a 2017 Ford Explorer. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed and entering the freeway, the vehicle began to release exhaust fumes inside the cabin of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 97,000.

The contact owns a 2017 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that carbon monoxide was entering the cabin of the vehicle. The contact stated that there was an abnormally strong exhaust odor inside the vehicle after driving short distances. The contact stated that he felt lightheaded while driving the vehicle. No medical attention was sought. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer to be diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 180,000.

The vehicle had loose k member bolts, bent struts, loose exhaust system. This was found when we took vehicle in for first oil change.

Front bank turbocharger weeping oil near very hot exhaust components. I noticed a recall for similar situation for other turbocharged Ford vehicles mfgd near 2017.

Tl the contact owns a 2017 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that the vehicle was leaking carbon monoxide from the exhaust system, which penetrated the vehicle vents. As a result, the contact suffered headaches, dizziness, nausea, and vision problems. Medical attention was received. The vehicle was taken to spirit Ford (4402 ann arbor road dunde, michigan 48131, 734-529-5521) to be diagnosed, but no failures were found. The manufacturer was contacted and provided case number: cas22318827. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 22,000.

May 29th 2019 I went into healey Ford in goshen NY after nearly 4 weeks of having huge plumes of white smoke pouring out of my exhaust pipes every time I pushed on the gas or stopped. It didn't matter if I was on the highway or a city street the issue still occured. The smell would permiate the entire inside of my car. We already had the recall fixed for the exhaust system cycling back into the car so this is alarming. It got progressively worse as the weeks passed and the plumes became thicker and very smelly. When I explained the problem they took it into the shop. About an hour after taking it back into the shop the service manager came back to me and said that he and 2 other techs personally ended up looking at it and agree they believe it is the turbo. I am taking it back in today June 3, 2019 and they said they would be taking apart the entire exhaust system and engine to fix it. I am concerned because there was a recall for this exact problem that posted January 23, 2017 covering only 1163 2017 Ford Explorers( NHTSA campaign #16v925000). I called Ford and report and what has been occuring, what was said, and my concerns on may 30, 3019. I explained my concerns about them possibly missing some cars and putting us at risk. They notated it, but were adamant that my Explorer is not involved. Today, June 3 2019, I will be dropping my Explorer off at healey and they will have it for a few days. I am hoping NHTSA will take another look into this recall and really make sure all cars that have the issue are covered. It's a dangerous recall and I believe some have been missed and Ford is not looking into it further which puts people's lives at risk. I will follow up with the results of the dealership's assessment and diagnosis when it is completed.

Exhaust still entering cabin following Ford corrective measures. This vehicle has been serviced for this seemingly ongoing issue using the corrective measures specified on the most recent technical service bulletin (17no3); however, the carcinogens and carbon monoxide produced by the exhaust are still entering the cabin following acceleration. As with other serious complaints involving this vehicle, the odor is a delayed response to acceleration, but very evident. As NHTSA is the consumer's avenue for assistance in protecting their health and safety, this ongoing open investigation should result in creating provisions that demand this company take ethical measures in preventing toxic substances from entering their vehicles. The open NHTSA investigation has already concluded, "Ford has issued multiple tsbs related to the exhaust odor issue, and in some cases revised those documents multiple times. . . ". If the manufacturer is continuously generating new technical bulletins, but complaints are still being raised with models as old as 2011, the end result is that the manufacturer is not taking these incidences seriously enough. Ford needs to be forced into correcting a disastrous design in their exhaust system as the technical service bulletins are obviously not producing results needed to protect consumers. Practices such as reprogramming the air handling system to allow for more "fresh air" to come into the cabin when accelerating is counterintuitive to preventing exhaust from entering the cabin. Measures to protect consumers from these toxins should be the only NHTSA conclusion. The fact that this has been ongoing since 2011, with no corrective change in the exhaust's design is also clear indicator that the manufacturer is not interested in taking this seriously. For now, rolling windows down during acceleration is the only measure to protect against these toxins.

Tl-the contact owns a 2017 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 45-70 mph, there was an abnormal exhaust odor in the vehicle. The contact became nauseated and also suffered headaches while the vehicle was being operated. The vehicle was jacky jones Lincoln, 2407 browns bridge rd, gainesville, GA 30504, (800) 835-5249, to be diagnosed. The contact was not provided a cause for the odor. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and notified of the issue. The contact was informed by the manufacturer that payment would be made to the local dealer to seal any openings in the exhaust and engine compartments to attempt to remedy the issue. The approximate failure mileage was 25000. Ah.

Exhaust fumes leaking in to the cab of the SUV. Causes a rotten egg smell, and has left my son and I nauseous many times.

Took Explorer to the dealership. For the rotten eggs smell for the second time as well as another issue. They did not address the exhaust smell and when question a second time they stated it was driven and the could not smell it. I was told to drive the Explorer until it got worse and then bring it back in. This is unacceptable. Ford is knowingly allowing dealerships to place defective Explorers back on the street. People are getting hurt with this exhaust problem. Something needs to be done since I need to drive it until it gets worse, or pass-out and wreck the Explorer.

2017 Ford Explorer sport awd had the courtesy service for the exhaust bulletin done. I don't know what they fixed because the car still smells of exhaust when I accelerate hard. Trying to merge onto the highway on ramps comes to mind. Or if accelerate hard from a stop light in the city. Pretty much have to lower the windows. Dealers are useless they just claim the vehicles are safe. Have had this issue since purchased new.

Exhaust fumes in cabin when in motion.

As I was reversing I placed the vehicle from reverse to drive and it became very hard to turn the steering wheel. On several different ocassions the exhaust has blown smoke and the vehicle smells like fumes after turning it on.

Tl the contact owns a 2017 Ford Explorer. On several occasions, while driving various speeds, exhaust fumes entered the cabin of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to paul murrey Ford inc (located at 1105 e mulberry st, kaufman, TX 75142, (972) 962-2151) where it was diagnosed that an adjustment needed to be made to the exhaust system. The contact stated that the repair failed to remedy the failure. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer and the contact was referred to the manufacturer. The manufacturer was contacted and stated that the issue would be escalated. The contact stated that he had not heard back from the manufacturer. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 20,000.

Ford Explorer exhaust---- we continue to have nausea, dizziness,headaches and at times extreme sleepiness. A few months ago Ford sent us a safety notice, stating they would reprogram the air conditioner. They stated this would fix exhaust gases entering the vehicle. This re-programing has not fixed the problem. We continue to have exhaust smells in the vehicle, especially on acceleration. We continue to have nausea, dizziness, headaches, sleepiness, and sometimes periods of confusion.

Tl-the contact owns a 2017 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while driving at unknown speeds that there was an abnormal exhaust odor emerging in the vehicle. The contact had to open the vehicle windows. The were no warning lights illuminated. The contact called the local dealer bill estes 450 e northfield dr, brownsburg, in 46112 (866) 495-8611 where informed to contact another local dealer. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 14,000. Ap.

I smell exhaust in the cabin sometimes. I work out of my car a few hours a day, leaving it on and with air conditioning on while I go door to door and get headaches and super tired which I have never had in my life. I also get extremely sleepy after being in the car for more than an 40 minutes at a time. Sometimes I take a nap in the car with the a/c on and all 4 windows cracked about an inch each. When I wake up I feel dizzy, sick and have a headache after a while.

There's exhaust fume in the cabin my wife has suffered severe headache after 60 mins of driving included my 20months old baby. My car has already been repaired once and is in the shop again because I left a co2 senors in back seat and has gone off multiple times. Ford is not being very helpful because I don't want the car anymore. It is a huge safety concern and I don't want my wife and toddler in the vehicle at all.

The contact owns a 2017 Ford Explorer. While driving various high speeds or while the vehicle was idling, there was a rotten egg odor entering through the vents of the vehicle. The odor was present while the air conditioner was in use. The contact stated that the four occupants in the vehicle experienced breathing difficulty, light headaches, nausea, and blurred vision, which required medical attention. The vehicle was taken to grieco Ford (3000 s federal hwy, delray beach, FL 33483), but the cause of the failure was undetermined. The dealer stated that the odor failure was relevant to police vehicles and not non-police suvs. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 9,000.

There's exhaust fume in the cabin after hard acceleration(rpm was around 5000). And my family suffered a severe headache after 90 minutes driving included my 12 months old baby. My car has already been repaired twice in Ford, but it has not been resolved.

I bought a 2017 Ford Explorer for my daughter to drive back and forth to college. She has been experiencing dizziness, headaches and nearly passed out after driving the vehicle. When I get in the vehicle and start it up, it smells like exhaust inside the vehicle. There is obviously a problem.

Exhaust can be easily smelled when accelerating, possibly indicating a leak of carbon monoxide into the cabin.

The contact owns a 2017 Ford Explorer. While driving various speeds, exhaust fumes emitted into the cabin of the vehicle. The fumes caused the contact's children to become nauseous and vomit. The contact was concerned for the safety of his children. The contact called rod baker Ford at (877) 222-7336 (located at 16101 s Lincoln hwy, plainfield, IL 60586) where an appointment was scheduled. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The approximate failure mileage was 6,310.

2017 Ford Explorer sport. 3. 5 ecoboost. When accelerating 3/4 or more on the pedal. Does not smell so much as exhaust as it does sulfur and bad egg smell. Only way to get the smell out of vehical is to turn air off and roll windows down. Seems worse when air conditioning is on than the heat. Passengers usually get it worse than driver. . At least that's my experience, or that is the side with the problem. I was reading on websites before all these claims were brought up and I kept coming to the conclusion from reading up what complaints I found, it was that the twin turbos had a lot of blow back and it was only the ecoboost motors. Now I now differ and there is a curious problem and I owe a small fortune on a vehical that's not safe to drive and also with a family of 5. Does not have problem at idle or if drivin gently. Can do it at low speeds or high speeds. Just give it half or more peddle and you will smell it. What do I do. Thanks. Scott eberle.

Exhaust fumes fill the cabin of vehicle during heavy acceleration. Usually causes headache. Dealer confirmed issue. Dealer advises Ford has issued a TSB but the parts have been recalled for months so no repair is able to be completed at this time.

The contact owns a 2017 Ford Explorer. While the vehicle was stationary and while driving various high speeds, exhaust fumes entered into the cabin of the vehicle. When the heater and air conditioner were activated, the odor of exhaust fumes entered through the ventilation system. The contact suffered headaches from exposure to the fumes. Crain Ford in little rock, arkansas, 72210 replaced a gasket and sealed the vehicle (exact repairs unknown), but the failure recurred. The dealer referred the contact to the manufacturer. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and provided the contact with case number: cas-13337847. The failure mileage was approximately 9,000.

I rented the referenced vehicle from enterprise rental car for 1 week. Drove approximately 2000 miles. This 2017 vehicle had approximately 20,000 miles on the odometer when I rented it. I believe that the engine was the 3. 5 liter version. Every time I accelerated hard, such as entering on the interstate, I could subsequently smell a very strong exhaust smell in the interior of the SUV. I also noticed when I rented the vehicle that all the windows and surfaces had a film on them - perhaps residue from exhaust gases. I am a 54 year old retired engineer and have owned and rented over 25 vehicles in my lifetime and find what I experienced with the Explorer to be very unusual. I also found that I was sleepier than normal when driving perhaps due to co2 exposure. All of my passengers also experienced unusual sleepiness. The exhaust smell in the interior was undeniable. I find it very disturbing that Ford is trying to explain this as a problem with only the police interceptor Explorers due to after market modifications. My experience indicates that this is a completely false and misleading explanation. I am very pleased to see that the NHTSA is doing an ea on the problem. Ford has ignored this problem for years and the problem is very real. I was considering buying the Explorer which was one reason I rented the vehicle and from my experience I will not touch this vehicle and will not be purchasing one. Please do your due diligence regarding this problem and I hope to see that this eventually leads to a overall recall of all affected Explorers. Thank you.

The contact owns a 2017 Ford Explorer. Ever since the contact purchased the vehicle and began driving it, she experienced nausea, vomiting, dizziness, blurred vision, and headaches intermittently. The contact required hospitalization for the symptoms, but received no diagnosis. The contact stated that the symptoms occurred when she was in the vehicle for an extended period of time. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. A dealer was not contacted. The approximate failure mileage was 300.

After a scary long drive from indiana to north carolina I took my vehicle to the local Ford dealer service department letting them know that I could smell exhaust while driving and I felt overly tired, way more tired then need be. After testing it was determined that CO was coming into the cabin of my vehicle. They still have my vehicle now after 2 weeks and the parts that were ordered were body filler and electrical tape. This does not seem to be the appropriate fix for this situation that could cause catastrophic injury or death and now I am scared to put my and my families lives in danger due to my vehicle trying to kill us. The vehicle was being driven on the interstate as speeds of 50-75 mph. This is very dangerous and if I would not have stopped so many times I would have passed out and caused an accident which could have killed me or someone else. I was advised that if I was going to drive the vehicle I should do so with the windows down, which is not acceptable and why I have had a loaner car for weeks.

We purchased this vehicle brand new on 8/11/2017 (19 miles)and we started noticing a smell of exhaust when we accelerated and when we had the rear a/c on coming in the cabin. We had it at the dealership from sept 25, 2017 to oct 6,2017 (1496 miles). The problem still exists when we picked it up from the dealership on oct 6, 2017. We believe this is a serious health concern as we have been experiencing headaches, especially my wife, who is the primary driver. We will not let our grandchildren ride in this vehicle with the exhaust fumes present. We are aware that Ford is aware of this problem since 2012. As this is a brand new vehicle,with 1496 miles, we feel that this problem is not going to go away anytime soon. We do not want have to keep taking this to the dealership for temporary fixes (TSB). We want a permanent fix, if that includes getting a new one.

Exhaust smell comes into the cabin when car is accelerating. Seems worst when the ac is in re-circulation mode. You can smell the exhaust fumes right after the engine/transmission has downshifted to accelerate.

We purchased this vehicle March 2017. We have noticed that each time the vehicle requires rapid acceleration, for example passing another car on a two-lane road, you will smell exhaust fumes in the cabin of the vehicle. These fumes enter the cabin via the air conditioning vents and will be so strong that all occupants will develop difficulty breathing. During routine acceleration, we have not detected any fumes, however some occupants have developed headaches simultaneously intermittently.

Strong exhaust smell in passenger compartment when accelerating and/or merging into freeway traffic. I had to open all windows as my eyes were watering.

I am an attorney filing this report on behalf of and at the request of my client, the vehicle's owner. The complaint is a noxious odor which fills the vehicle during its operation; after numerous repair attempts by Ford, this concern has not been corrected. When driving the vehicle, the driver has observed the interior has become inundated with a noxious, overwhelming, and potentially dangerous odor of gasoline, exhaust and/or fumes. The driver has felt ill effects after this occurrence and is concerned about carbon monoxide poisoning or other health problems as a result. This issue is very concerning because of the potential health effects and because vehicle cannot be driven for any substantial period of time without filling with this odor. The issue has most often been observed with highway driving when the engine is under load, I. E. Accelerating. The problem has been ongoing since shortly after the time of purchase of the vehicle. The first repair attempt by the dealer for this specific issue was made in July of 2017. At least 4 repair attempts have been made subsequently. The issue continues. This law firm has requested that Ford take back the vehicle and refund the client's purchase price under arizona's motor vehicle warranties statute.

Explorer with 2. 3l ecoboost produces an exhaust smell during moderate to wot throttle runs. Generally seems to occur after lifting off the throttle and returning to cruising throttle position. Vehicle must be vented to prevent illness to passengers, has happened multiple times. Occurs more often when vehicle is under significant load (such as climbing a grade).