Vehicle Speed Control Related Problems of the 2020 Ford Explorer

Table 1 shows three common vehicle speed control related problems of the 2020 Ford Explorer. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle speed control (26 problems). The second most common problem is related to the cruise control (five problems).

Table 1. Vehicle Speed Control related problems of Ford Explorer


Recently reported Vehicle Speed Control problems of the 2020 Ford Explorer

The Vehicle Speed Control problem

Vehicle did not want to shift above 35 mph. When letting off gas - harsh downshift (with no break lights) at 25mph. Diagnosed transmission problem - repaired- Ford dealership rebuilt transmission. No warnings or messages prior to failure.   Read details...

The Cruise Control problem

The contact owns a 2020 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while driving 75 mph with cruise control activated, the vehicle unintendedly decelerated while the accelerator pedal was depressed. No warning light was illuminated. The local dealer was contacted.   Read details...

The Accelerator Pedal problem

The accelerator pedal is mounted to the floor and the pedal itself is attached to the base with a very thin piece of plastic that over time separates. In my vehicle the pedal has separated and is moving freely which makes the accelerator pedal raise up while your foot is on the brakes and when you   Read details...


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