Forward Collision Avoidance Related Problems of the 2023 Ford Explorer

Table 1 shows four common forward collision avoidance related problems of the 2023 Ford Explorer. The number one most common problem is related to the adaptive cruise control (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the forward collision avoidance (one problem).

Table 1. Forward Collision Avoidance related problems of Ford Explorer


Recently reported Forward Collision Avoidance problems of the 2023 Ford Explorer

The Adaptive Cruise Control problem

While driving on a two lane, rural road at dusk, with adaptive cruise control turned on, the car suddenly applied the brakes (hard) and a red warning briefly appeared on the dashboard. (it was on too brief to read.   Read details...

The Forward Collision Avoidance problem

The contact owns a 2023 Ford Explorer. The contact stated while driving 70 mph on the expressway in the center lane, the forward collision avoidance system engaged, and the vehicle came to an abrupt stop and failed to restart.   Read details...

The Warnings problem

Precollision assist warnings on in the car saying system unavailable. Took to the dealer and showed me the sensor for this was broken and my cost would be $1800 to repair. My vehicle only has 16000 miles on it and is covered by an extended warranty and 3 year btb warranty.   Read details...


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