Engine Cooling System Problems of Ford Explorer - part 1

The contact owns a 2017 Ford Explorer. The contact stated while the vehicle was in for routine maintenance, the mechanic discovered an oil leak coming from one of the turbo chargers. The contact later discovered oil leaking on the floor of the garage. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer and the contact was informed that the turbo charger and turbo charger oil lines needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The contact was informed that the VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 16v925000 (engine and engine cooling). The contact stated that the vehicle had experienced the failure listed in the recall. The failure mileage was 54,966.

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The contact owns a 2017 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, there was an abnormal amount of white smoke coming from the engine and the exhaust. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where the vehicle was diagnosed, and the contact was informed that the turbo and the engine had experienced coolant intrusion and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign number: 16v925000 (engine and engine cooling) as a possible cause for the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 165,000.

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Explorer. The contact stated on several occasions while driving at various speeds, the high engine temperature warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the a/c unit started to blow out hot air only. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the water pump and timing kit needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 76,000.

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The contact owns a 2014 Ford Explorer. The contact stated the vehicle was at the dealer for an air bag customer service repair when a leak in the water pump was discovered. The contact stated that the water pump needed to be replaced; however, the water pump was not replaced due to the cost. The contact stated that the dealer informed him that the engine could fail. The contact stated that he had not experienced a failure but was concerned that a failure could occur with no warning as the issue was not discovered until the vehicle went to the dealer for an air bag customer service program. The manufacturer was notified of the failure however, no assistance was offered as there was no recall. The contact stated that he researched the failure and found a customer service program in canada for the issue but not in the united states. The approximate failure mileage was 105,000.

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The contact's father owns a 2014 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that upon taking the vehicle to the dealer for the recall repair of NHTSA campaign number: 21v537000 (suspension) the dealer performed a complete inspection of the vehicle and informed the contact that the mass air flow sensor needed to be serviced and the coolant system needed to be flushed. The contact stated that the dealer completed the service and the recall repair however, upon picking up the vehicle and returning to his residence, the contact's father noticed that there was mechanical fluid leaking from the vehicle onto the ground. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer where it was diagnosed that engine needed to be flushed and the timing chain and water pump needed to be replaced. The dealer also informed the contact that the vehicle was not drivable and he would be responsible for the cost of the repair. The contact's father declined to cover the repair as the failure was due to a technician error. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact's father then took the vehicle back to his residence. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and contacted the dealer who advised that they would not cover the repair of the vehicle. The manufacturer informed the contact that they could not force the dealer to repair the vehicle and referred the contact to NHTSA. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 56,556.

The contact owns a 2015 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the front windshield bonding fracture and disconnected structing another vehicle. The contact also mentioned that an abnormal odor appeared in the interior cabin from all vents. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed and inspected which the technician was unable to duplicate the issue. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact mentioned a recall however while conducting a recall search there was NHTSA action number: ea17002 (structure, engine and engine cooling) as a possible solution to the failure however the VIN was not included in the action number. The manufacture was notified of the failure and informed the contact that no recalls was under the VIN. The failure mileage was approximate 26,000. Ck.

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The contact owns a 2016 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while in for routine maintenance it was discovered that water from the radiator or water reservoir. Later a red colored liquid from the vehicle was present in the driveway. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who diagnosed that the water pump had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 40,000.

Tl- the contact owns a 2014 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that there had been a progressing failure of which there was an open throttle problem which had caused fumes to emit into the inner cab of the vehicle. No specific dealer had been contacted to provide a guideline from the manufacturer to determine a permanent fix yet. The contact was not included but had experienced related failures expressed in NHTSA action number: ea17002 (structure, engine and engine cooling) and they had issued 26 TSB for the engine. The manufacturer was notified of the failure , provided no specific technical guidelines for an authorized dealer yet and expected the vehicle to be taken to a dealer for diagnosis and repair. The vehicle was not repaired yet. The VIN was not available. The approximate failure mileage was not available. Dyd.

Tl the contact leased a 2018 Ford Explorer. The contact detected an abnormal fuel odor inside the vehicle that was so strong, she could taste fuel. Towne auto group (3535 southwestern blvd, orchard park, NY 14127, (716) 662-6500) was notified of the failure, but was unable to replicate, diagnose, and provide a remedy after several visits. The dealer later replaced the door seals, but the failure continued. The vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 18v807000 (fuel system, gasoline). The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that a passenger inside the vehicle experienced nausea and headaches while the vehicle was in operation. Medical attention was not received. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not included in NHTSA action number: ea17002 (structure, engine and engine cooling). In addition, the contact was unable to use the air conditioner and heating, and had to close the vents due to an asthma condition. The approximate failure mileage was 4,278.

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The contact owns a 2013 Ford Explorer. Within less than a week of owning the vehicle, carbon monoxide entered the vehicle. The dealer (skalnek Ford, 941 s lapeer rd, lake orion, mi 48362, (248) 693-6241) stated that there was a TSB that could be performed on the vehicle. An unknown part was replaced, but the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, but they were unable to provide a solution. The manufacturer issued three recalls on the fuel system. The vehicle was not included in NHTSA action number: ea17002 (structure, engine and engine cooling). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was not available.

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I want to state that my truck does the same thing as reported in this problem. The smells gets real bad in the cabin when entering highway or crossing vehicles NHTSA action number: pe16008 component(s): engine and engine cooling , structure.

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Tl- the contact owns a 2007 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that about two weeks ago, as the eugene was started, the check-eugene light illuminated. The contact, a mechanical engineer, checked the vehicle and found a bad 02 sensor. The contact stated that in the process of replacing the 02 sensor, he noticed several bare wires. He stated that the insulation on the wires had rotted and fallen of the sensors, exposing bare wires. He sniped the wires that needed to be replaced and noticed code 2272, bad wire rounding for the 02 sensor. The contact pulled down the transmission wire harness and noticed that 15 wires had been affected. He also stated that the cooling temperature sensor had the same problem. The contact stated that the manufacturer was not notified of the failure because nothing was done when the manufacturer was notified of the same issue about a year ago. The VIN was not provided. The failure mileage was 140,000. Fe.

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Radiator failure causing leak which could result in engine overheat and possibly fire. .

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Radiator leaks badly, plastic cracked. Transmission shifts too hard and hesitates going into reverse ending with a loud bang into gear.

2006 Ford Explorer eddie bauer 4. 0 with leaking radiator starting at 30,000 miles. Also the vehicle at defective thermostats and reservoir, that had to be replaced. Ford refused to recalled this part for whatever reason, even those they know about it. Here are listing of other people making complaints on other website of their radiator leak and other cooling system parts going bad as well. Many vehichle has been effected I think Ford should definitely issue a recall on this particular issue. . Read more...

Check engine light came on. Vehicle returned to dealer, determine thermostat needed to be replace at no cost . Just purchased vehicle 3/29/2011 has 43,600 miles. Now I worrying about the radiator going bad.

Developing coolant leak below Ford Explorer 2006 radiator. My mechanic has declared the radiator defective and is failing. This is the second failed radiator. The first fail was in oct 2009, aprox 48k mileage, and was considered a problem known by Ford. Now I face a second replacement of excess $800 estimate March 24th 2011. My estimated mileage was 24k between repairs. This needs to be solved or our future cars will never be Ford!.

About 3 weeks ago, while returning from the park with my dog, my warning light for temperature illuminated red and I saw that the temp. Gauge had spiked to hot. I pulled over and as I was going to shift into park, the temp. Gauge fell back into the normal operating range very quickly. I thought it was just an anomaly. About 3 weeks later, I noticed that the fan was running loudly and shrtly thereafter, the temp spiked again. I did soe research on-line and found out that this model Explorer has been having issues with radiators failing. I brought my truck in to my mechanic who found that my radiator was indeed compromised and was leaking from the bottom of the unit. A new radiator, thermostat ad water pump were installed costimg me close to $1000.

I have a 2006 Ford Explorer and recently had work done. After that work I noticed that colling fan was coming on constantly and that it was extremely loud and sounded like engine was roaring. They determined that radiator was leaking so they replaced entire colling system. Problem still persists and vehicle only has 60000 miles on it. I am so upset and think they dont know what wrong. They had car ffor 5 days and they cant fix it. Now I read all this bad info and ask wht is there no recalls and how does Ford have the ordasisty to charge all these people for a known defect. . . This needs to stop and shame on Ford. . .

The contact owns a 2006 Ford Explorer. The contact stated the radiator and thermostat failed and the vehicle was taken to the dealer who replaced the radiator and. The manufacturer was contacted who stated there were no recalls for either failure. The VIN was unavailable. The failure mileage was 43,000.

I began noticing a coolant smell after use, then noticed a leak that progressively became worse. I added coolant to keep desired levels. I had a mechanical shop inspect and it was determined the radiator was leaking. I purchased this vehicle as a "demo" from a local Ford dealer w/ 11k miles on it. At 30k miles the radiator was replaced w/ oem by Ford under warranty as it was leaking in a seam. I had the radiator replaced again, so the vehicle is on its' third radiator. Milleage at last replacement was 73k. So 3 radiators in 73k miles. The mechanical shop contacted Ford about parts and was told there had been problems with these radiators and an"upgraded" radiator is available because of the issues. I went with the upgraded oem version, parts/labor was about $800.

We have a 2007 Ford Explorer. The radiator started leaking at just over 36,000 miles. Upon researching the issue, we found out that this is an ongoing problem with the Ford Explorer and Ford will not do anything about it. Ford needs to step up tp the plate and fix the radiators, since there is a flaw issue with them. Ford needs to be made to replace the defective radiators and correct the problem so it does not continue to happen.

The contact owns a 2006 Ford Explorer eddie bauer. While driving approximately 10-60 mph, the vehicle began to jerk abnormally. The vehicle would also overheat sporadically and the rear windshield wipers would not operate. The vehicle was taken to a local transmission specialist where they rebuilt the transmission and attempted to repair the rear windshield wipers but to no avail. The failure persisted and the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for the failures. The dealer made repairs to the cooling system but was unable to disable the rear windshield wipers to make repairs. The failure mileage was 100,000. Updated 04/25/11.

2006 Ford Explorer radiator leaks ,had replaced 3 allready and Ford knows about the problem but does nothing about it until somebody gets hurt or killed then it's to late . They have a fixs for it but who pay the people not Ford . When the truck stalls because it gets hot I believe thats a safety issue. Don't you?.

2006 Ford Explorer radiator leaks with only 33k miles causing engine to overheat. Radiator being replaced under extended warranty.

Radiators on 2006 Ford Explorers. My first radiator was replaced at 37,318 miles. I now need a new one at approximately 65,000 miles. This will be the third replacement on just my vehicle. Ford has offered no help as to the cost of replacing an obviously defective part. Checking on line, I see other Ford Explorer owners are experiencing the same thing from Ford. I request a recall for this defective vehicle.

Noticed low coolant level and shortly after the vehicle overheated for about 10 secs, then went back to normal temp. Took to the dealer to get checked out, and they said I needed a new radiator because there was in fact a small leak. Repair costs were $1100 to replace a radiator, yes a radiator that had 50k miles on it. Radiators are not supposed to go out that easily, and after researching on the web I have found dozens of people with the same sort of issues. Ford has already released a TSB for this faulty part but will refuse to give me any kind of reimbursement, or pay for any of the work done. The only reason I even used the Ford dealer was to get the pcm update that only they can do. Please help, companies have to be held accountable for the products they sell.

The contact owns a 2006 Ford Explorer eddie bauer edition. The contact stated that the radiator leaked and had to be replaced at his expense. The manufacturer had not been notified. The failure mileage was approximately 62,000.

Noticed leaking under 2006 Explorer. Taken to dealer and told radiator needed replacing for $980. Vehicle has 65,000 miles on it. Told radiator was leaking from the fins and that this was "common". In checking this out, this is not common for a car of this age, however, it seems 2006 Explorers are prone to this problem. This is clearly a Ford problem and Ford should replace the radiators at no charge.

We purchased a brand new 2005 Ford Explorer and have kept the maintenance on it. When the temperature control is turned to the warm/hot (red) position or the a/c unit is turned on, we noticed a thumping noise over the years. Within the last couple months, the thumping sound has become progressively stronger (as if someone was physically punching through my dashboard/glove compartment), causing my heating/cooling system to be inoperable. A recall needs to be issued to repair the heating/cooling system as a manufacturer defect and should not be the responsibility of the owner to fix. There have been several complaints that have been filed online along with complaints from other Ford owners that we know.

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Car radiator ran hot, light never came on. Radiator drained of all fluids while on highway, blew head gasket on engine, damaged engine had to replace engine and radiator. This is the third redaitor on car, first at 33,000 miles, second at 67,000 miles, last incident vehicle had 87,000 miles. I had extended warrantee, if not cost would have been over $ 7000. 00 dollars.

Ford Explorer 2006 engine overheating. Outside air temperature 118 f', was stranded with infant in the car. . Read more...

Purchased 2002 Explorer XLT v6 4. 0l already transmission slipping solenoid or whatever out. . I have read reports and wonder why this transmission is not recalled? I have it in shop now having to have it rebuilt and everything changed. Also right wheel bearings bad, upper and lower ball joints bad, suspension shot. And the records show the previous owners maintained everything well. But also had transmission replaced and had problems at 99,000miles. Please doing something for all of us out here. Also coolant leak, engine leak, power seat failure, and on.

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2006 Ford Explorer - problem with radiator. I bought my Ford Explorer brand new and after approximately 1 year, the radiator started going bad and as of now, I have had to replace 7 radiators. My parents bought the same year Explorer and have had to replace 5 radiators. I contacted Ford directly, and of course, they told me they have had no reports of the defect. I find that hard to believe. A friend who works for Ford told us that they have had problems with those radiators but that there is no solution so they are unable to issue a recall. The most terrifying case was 2 years ago. I was driving through nashville tennessee at 7 months pregnant and my car overheated on the interstate. I had only had my most recent radiator for 3 months. It apparently cracked. The radiators leak fluid so you must check fluids regularly to prevent a breakdown as there has been no warning.

Second radiator in 2006 Ford Explorer, first one was at 32000 miles. I have seen over 100 complaints but yet no recall from Ford. The first was covered under the new warranty. I was fortunate to have purchased a new service warranty when that one expired, now at 92,000 miles the radiator completely drained causing the motor head gasket to blow. It is currently at the dealer getting a new motor and radiator.