Ford Explorer owners have reported 1 problem related to funny engine noise (under the engine and engine cooling category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Ford Explorer based on all problems reported for the Explorer.
Engine crankshaft broke. While sitting in vehicle heard a funny noise. Then, vehicle died, and would not start again. Consumer felt this was a manufacturing defect because of the way the crankshaft fell off.
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