Forward Collision Avoidance Problems of Ford Explorer

Ford Explorer owners have reported 170 forward collision avoidance related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 8 most common forward collision avoidance problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's automatic emergency braking (54 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's adaptive cruise control (53 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Forward Collision Avoidance problems of Ford Explorer

The Automatic Emergency Braking problem

Abs and parking brake. Was confirmed by the dealer & tow truck driver. No warning when I parked it, only after putting it into reverse. There were flashing abs & parking brake lights plus a beeping sound.   Read details...

The Adaptive Cruise Control problem

Purchased new 26 Ford Explorer on [xxx] from franklin Ford in TN. During test drive noted the bluecruise hands free was canceling but was advised by dealer that it might need to download an update or sync my profile. Next day I confirmed the bluecruise and adaptive cruise was not working.   Read details...

The Warnings problem

Pre-collision warning light comes up, saying sensor blocked and sensor is not blocked. Brought it to the local dealership found that the cruise control module bracket is damaged no visible damage or strikes to the bumper dealership says not under warranty, and Ford is aware of a widespread issue   Read details...

The Forward Collision Avoidance problem

The contact owns a 2013 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that on several occasions while in reverse(r), the back over prevention camera went black and remained black. The contact stated that occasionally while driving the message “camera unavailable - please contact dealer" message was   Read details...

The Sensing System Camera problem

The contact owns a 2019 Ford Explorer. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the forward collision avoidance camera failed to function as intended. The contact stated that the forward collision avoidance camera displayed a very blurry image.   Read details...




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