Structure Problems of Ford Flex

Ford Flex owners have reported 173 structure related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 8 most common structure problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's body (113 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's structure (50 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Structure related problems of Ford Flex


Recently reported Structure problems of Ford Flex

The Body problem

B pillar (keypad) on drivers side flew off on the highway and cracked in half, the lower part was still attached to the wiring harness. The upper part flew onto the roadway. I had to pull over and strap the lower part to the window/door frame and drive the rest of the way with my window down in hot   Read details...

The Structure problem

The contact owns a 2019 Ford Flex. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds on several occasions, the driver-side exterior b-pillar trim partially detached, hit the driver-side window, and eventually fractured in half.   Read details...

The Door problem

The contact owns a 2013 Ford Flex. The contact stated that the driver side door ajar light was constantly illuminated. The contact stated that due to the failure, the battery had to be replaced twice. The contact also mentioned that on a separate occasion, while reversing the vehicle the gear shift   Read details...

The Hatchback/liftgate Support Device problem

Liftgate ajar light on when liftgate is closed. Interior lights stay on. Doors stay unlocked during drive.   Read details...

The Paint problem

Car started 2 years ago with "stuttering" when driving between 50-60 mph, as if the car couldn't determine which gear to stay in. Had transmission flushed and refilled in April 2016. Problem was less but still remained.   Read details...




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