Table 1 shows two common vehicle speed control related problems of the 2023 Ford Explorer.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Accelerator Pedal problems | |
| Vehicle Speed Control problems |
Loose carpet under front seat. Could cause carpet on driver side to buckle up causing gas peddle issues. Had Ford dealer look at it but refused to remedy issue. This could cause issues like Lexus had years ago with gas peddle sticking.
The contact owns a 2023 Ford Explorer. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic; however, a diagnostic test was not performed. The dealer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The contact stated that the vehicle had been scheduled for a diagnostic test. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance. The contact was informed that the repair was not covered under recall. The contact was advised to contact the NHTSA hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 44,100.