Ignition Module Problems of Ford Explorer

Vehicle experiencing intermittent engine shut off under all driving conditons which exhibits a serious and dangerous situation when the vehicle abrubtly loses total power while driving. This has recently been an issue in the past two weeks while my wife and kids were driving on the freeway at 70 mph in traffic. Vehicle started back up once the ignition was turned completely off and waited a few minutes to start the vehicle back up. This scenario occurred on the freeway, in town driving and while stopped at traffic light. Contacted local Ford dealership and all they said was to bring it in. I had a mechanic check it out and he was unable to retrieve any engine codes while running an ecu scan. There are several complaints noted online with other Ford Explorer owners who have attributed it to a "terrain management" fault. This is the same diagnosis my local mechanic came up with. This results in the engine control module to receive a throttle position in the wide open indication causing the vehicle to shut off. The vehicle is currently being operated in oahu, hawaii. I am currently deployed to the middle east so I am very concerned for the safety of my family while this is the only mode of transportation available to them.

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My vehicle has an idle air control malfunction and after conferring with other Ford owners. Most have had the same problem with their vehicle. I am concerned it may be a bigger problem than Ford may be aware of. We would like to have it investigated if possible. My vehicle is a 2001 Ford Explorer.

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When the vehicle sits for 4-8 hours I would attempt to start it and then it would cut off. Then attempted to restart it cuts off. I would have to step on the gas to start it and kept my foot on the gas. If I let go of the gas the engine would shake and then it would stall. No engine light came on when driving. This happened at 60,000 miles. Took it to the dealer in woodstock GA on June 30, 2003 and stated that most of the Explorers and expeditions are coming in with the same problem. The dealer found it is the iac valve sticking or the ignition moducle sensor bad and had to be replaced. If it was for not the extended warranty the part alone costs $225. 00 if this is a common problem, with the Ford don;t understand why Ford does not recall them. I considered this a defect.

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The ignition, seats and other electrical features did not work, due to a faulty sensor module, dealer replaced the module twice, however the problem recurred.

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Dealership lost keys. On board computer/security system would not allow remake of key. Ford issues a TSB (ignoring issue hoping warranty would expire before a new key was requested. ) 4-wd inoperable. No 4-wd related indicator lamps on dashboard at engine start. Vehicle has been at dealership for over a week "waiting for a back ordered solenoid". "93 other 2002 owners are waiting for parts" to fix same problem.

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Main computer module malfunctions, causing other major components, such as transmission/ power window, and doors not to work.

Traveling 20mph, had no prior warning;, and lost power, just stopped. A few seconds later, it would catch again. Also, when accelerating or turning corners, vehicle would lose power. Problem was intermittent. Took vehicle to dealership & mechanic indicated it was pcm related. Problem may be solved. The dealer could not solve the problem.

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Inc #1 4--wheel drive lights flashed 15 seconds, 4-wheel drive motor replaced. Inc #2 - vehicle stalled during left turns after travlling at hwy speeds. New processor installed, problem still exists.

Vehicle experienced several engine problems, consumer stated that the engine sounded like no oil was in it when started, dealer has replaced gaskets, upper intake cam tensioner three times, and there was a coolant leak. Left front door hinge replaced, it was making noise. Power steering pump was replaced, it was noisy when turning the wheel. Vanity mirror on driver's side would not close all the way and popped when opened, dealer replaced it. The right front of the vehicle was lower than the left front. Brakes were squeaky, dealer replaced front brake pads and turned rotors. A tap noise was heard while playing cd's. Vehicle experienced several transmission problems, while going over bumps and railroad tracks, transmission jumped out of gear, dealer intalled overhaul kit because the clutch had burned. 4 wheel drive was inoperable and made a rubbing/groan noise, when reversing and putting intor drive, consumer heard popping noise, dealer replaced rear transfer case flange and removed driveshaft. Vehicle would not start, it would turn over, dealer found the pcm was not wiring, dealer replaced pcm.

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While driving at 70 mph computer shut down, causing the consumer to have no power/no steering and no brakes. Consumer had no prior warning.

Vehcile will hesitate to stall when turning a corner or taking off. Dealer said it was a computer problem which they were aware off, but insisted that there was no remedy at this time.

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Ignition system failed.

Vehicle stalled upon stopping while applying accelerator pedal, causing engine to shut off. Vehicle been in/out of dealer shop for inspection/repairs. Ecu was replaced, and problem still reoccurring.

Vehicle has hesitation problems. Problem is intermittent. Took vehicle to dealer & placed on monitoring after it happend 5 times. Nothing showed up. Manufacturer sent information regarding problem with computer chip which was replaced.

When pulling off the vehicle chokes off. Dealer contacted and states a computer problem, but cannot repair the problem. Numerous occasions the dealer has been contacted, and cannot fix the problem.

Four wheel drive computer failed.

Because of minor damage to the computer chip in the ignition key, the Explorer will not start. Manufacturer or dealer not willing to remove feature at owner's expense.

Engine o-rings and computer program faulty causing continued engine stalling.

Pcm sensor failed.

When driving, groves,water puddles ,a low part in the road ,ect will make the car jerk to one side or th other, or pull very hard depending on the side the grove,water ect is on. It has not yet caused harm to my family but it very well could have many times. This happens at speeds as low as 10-15 mpr.

Vehicle experienced misalignment. In addition, replaced fuel gauge sendin gunit/air bypass valve/ water pump/seat release/passenger's door and computer.