Structure Problems of Ford Explorer

Ford Explorer owners have reported 4,073 structure related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 25 most common structure problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's structure (1,521 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's body (1,447 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Structure problems of Ford Explorer

The Structure problem

The contact owns a 2017 Ford Explorer. The contact received notifications of NHTSA campaign numbers: 24v031000 (structure) and 25v347000 (structure); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available.   Read details...

The Body problem

This recall has been 1. 5 years and still does t have a remedy by Ford? part was checked by Ford dealership, they advised yep it qualifies but we don't have parts then left. That was 1 year ago.   Read details...

The Hatchback/liftgate Hinge problem

The contact owns a 2002 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that one of the hinges on the liftgate window was rusted out and separated. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 135,000.   Read details...

The Hatchback/liftgate problem

The contact owns a 2013 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that there was water on the rear carpet and the floor was wet. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed that the failure was due to the sunroof.   Read details...

The Hatchback/liftgate Support Device problem

Adhesive to the front door upper panel (securicode keyless entry keypad) did not adhere properly and the keyless entry pad and molding broke on the highway and flew off. This caused a malfunction signal to the liftgate (sensor registered as lift gate ajar, when effectively closed) interior lights   Read details...




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