Power Train Related Problems of the 2022 Ford Explorer

Table 1 shows four common power train related problems of the 2022 Ford Explorer. The number one most common problem is related to the power train (54 problems). The second most common problem is related to the axle assembly (two problems).

Table 1. Power Train related problems of Ford Explorer


Recently reported Power Train problems of the 2022 Ford Explorer

The Power Train problem

Both catalytic converters have failed, with one have a catastrophic failure, resulting in pipe becoming disconnect from the exhaust system and dropped to pavement while vehicle was traveling at interstate speed. Pipe was facing forward when it dropped. Posed severe risk to myself and other vehicles.   Read details...

The Axle Assembly problem

The contact leases a 2022 Ford Explorer. The contact stated while driving 75 mph, the vehicle started shuddering uncontrollably and was making an abnormal grinding sound. The contact was able to veer to the side of the road.   Read details...

The Automatic Transmission problem

The contact owns a 2022 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the reverse mode did not function as needed. The contact stated that when the gear shifter was shifted to reverse mode, the vehicle rolled either forward or backwards and then hesitated.   Read details...


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