Table 1 shows eight common engine and engine cooling related problems of the 1999 Ford Explorer Sport. The number one most common problem is related to the engine and engine cooling (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the engine rattling and whining sounds (one problem).
I bought a 1999 Ford explorer in 02 for 17,292. 44 in 05 we had to put a new motor in for 5,502. 47 now here we are in 06 and the transmission went out to replace will cost us another 2,900. 00 so here we have a Ford that is only 5 years old with 22,794. Read details...
Complained of lous rattling noise in engine on 7/07/03, and again on 09/29/04 at a different Ford dealer. There are major mechinical problems with this vehicle in concern to the engine cam guides, rear differential and lower basll joints worn, why wasn't my Ford Explorer Sport recalled for these Read details...
Exhaust system is rusting through. Dt Read details...