Warning problems of the 2023 Ford Explorer

One problem related to warning has been reported for the 2023 Ford Explorer. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2023 Ford Explorer based on all problems reported for the 2023 Explorer.

1 Warning problem

Failure Date: 08/30/2026

While driving, vehicle made a grinding sound, and all systems related to cruise, 4wd, decent control all illuminated on dash. Vehicle was taken to dealer, metro Ford. Metro Ford stated the transfer case has failed internally, and being replaced under powertrain. A week later, I received a callback, and the service writer stated after replacing and a test drive- it is still an issue, and the vehicle has an issue- which they feel is the awd module, awd module failed causing clutch in transfer case to lock up when it shouldn’t be resulting in limited power and grinding and depletion of safety systems on vehicle. Dealer states Ford is aware of the issue but offered me a discounted repair of 270 dollars vs the 7-800 that it costs to complete the repair. Vehicle is still in shop weeks later with warning lights on.


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